Dividing Assets in Divorce: Homes, 401(k)s, Child Support & Alimony Explained

Divorce can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to finances. In this episode, attorney Chris Jackman breaks down how assets are divided in a divorce and what you should realistically expect from the court system.

From dividing the family home to understanding child support, alimony, and retirement accounts, this episode explains the financial issues that cause the most stress during a divorce. Chris also covers the difference between community and separate property and addresses common misconceptions about business ownership in divorce cases.

Whether you're going through a divorce now or planning ahead, this episode offers clear, practical guidance to help you navigate the financial side of divorce with confidence.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

-How courts divide assets in a divorce

-What happens to the family home

-Buying out a spouse vs. selling the home

-Child support basics and how it's calculated

-Whether 50/50 custody eliminates child support

-How alimony (spousal support) is decided

-Dividing retirement accounts, 401(k)s, and pensions

-Separate vs. community property explained

-How businesses are handled in divorce

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