Financial

One of the key assets in any marriage is the matrimonial home. It is where the spouses have lived together and often raised their family; it can be full of…

The impact of separation or divorce on a family is long-reaching; not only does it stir emotions from all involved, but it can also take a devastating toll on personal…

I’m surprised at the number of married clients who tell me they either haven’t been involved in the family finances, or they don’t know what their spouse owns.  In many…

The total amount of revolving debt in Canada is more than $600 billion, and that doesn’t include secured debt, like mortgages and car loans. When you carry a chunk of…

Registered Retirement Savings Plans are the main savings vehicle for many Canadians, especially those who don’t have a pension through their employment. As a result, upon separation and divorce, RRSPs…

Grant Webb of Bisk Education has many insights into the use of Forensic Accountants in divorce actions. Here is Grant’s blog. Thanks, Grant. No one goes into a marriage expecting…

Sandra Ramos is a financial planner who has helped many clients who are going through a divorce make good financial decisions about their future. Sandra graciously agreed to offer a…

The role of a Forensic Accountant in a divorce is not well known. Erin Palmer offers great insights into this valuable professional who can help uncover hidden assets or income…

Darren Robinson is a mortgage broker in Barrie. He helps many clients who are going through a divorce refinance their homes and get on their feet. He has some interesting…

Sophie Kinsella wrote an interesting blog about dealing with debt after divorce. Although the Oak View Law Group is not Canadian, it is found in many of the states of…

Matthew Krofchuk has written an excellent blog at Divorce Happens Blog regarding the changes to the pension division legislation in Ontario which came into effect January 1, 2012. Matthew is…

When you divorce, what would you rather have – a valuable pension or a home worth the same? Or does it matter? If a pension is worth the same as…