Qualified individuals affected by COVID-19 may be able to withdraw up to $100,000 from their eligible retirement plans, including IRAs, between Jan. 1 and Dec. 30, 2020. These coronavirus-related distributions aren't subject to the 10% additional tax that generally...
It's not a pretty topic, but a Massachusetts divorce is a common enough event that it's worth thinking about for everyone, particularly couples considering marriage. After all, about half of first marriages end in divorce, and the results can be messy for all those...
Since most people have had no experience with the legal system, they are often overwhelmed by complicated and thorny legal questions.Here's how to avoid or deal with the top 10 legal mistakes during a Massachusetts divorce.Mistake 1: Believing your spouse will be...
A ruling in Massachusetts finds that involuntary nondisparagement orders, commonly used to keep spouses from discussing their cases on social media, are unconstitutional. The acrimonious split of Masha and Ronnie Shak ended up where many divorces do these days - on...
If you've felt the COVID-19 quarantine has turned your life upside down in every dimension, you're not alone. We all continue to adapt as simple things in the past such as haircuts and work/school logistics now cause decision fatigue. Many are feeling stress in their...
The messiness of a Massachusetts divorce has been well documented. The attorneys, the custody battles, dividing everything up. But when you are sure - absolutely sure - you want to go through with one, how do you tell your spouse you want a divorce? In movies, it's...
Every Massachusetts divorce is unique, of course. Divorcing is difficult, painful, and scary, even when you are the one that decided to divorce. Some alternative dispute resolution processes, such as mediation are more respectful. But even if you can divorce amicably,...
Actually, speaking harshly to or about your spouse has the potential to damage your reputation, your family dynamic and your chances for a favorable Massachusetts divorce. Before you give in to the sweet release of any commentary that might smack of hostility,...
Going through a Massachusetts divorce is extremely stressful. It's a time when people can most benefit from the advice of an experienced financial advisor and family law attorney. Taking expert advice can help ensure all parties reach equitable settlements and have...
It's natural to have concerns about whether you're saving enough for retirement. A new report from the National Institute for Retirement Security (NIRS) finds that Massachusetts women, in particular, remain at a disadvantage with their retirement savings. Women aged...