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Understanding Separation Agreements
What is a separation agreement?
A separation agreement is a type of contract signed when you and your spouse decide to separate. This contract is intended to lay out the terms of your separation in order to:
- avoid confusion and conflict,
- assist in financial planning, and
- make the separation process simpler and more straightforward.
Dividing Assets in Divorce
Dividing assets in a divorce usually involves spouses making checklists and then working through the details. You would think that little is missed by most couples, but one important item is being missed by 85 percent of Canadians in their divorces. Continue reading
