‘Divorce lists (by the numbers)’ Archives
DIVORCE TIPS: 12 smart things to do with your divorce settlement
12 SMART THINGS TO DO WITH YOUR DIVORCE SETTLEMENT: When I heard that Heather Mills had pretty much blown her multi-million dollar divorce settlement from Paul McCartney, I felt sad for her. But it was also an opportunity for me to explore a post idea I've been toying with, and that is, WHAT TO DO WITH THE MONEY WHEN YOU GET YOUR DIVORCE [...]
Divorce, QDRO’S and retirement income: 5 THINGS YOU MUST KNOW
HERE ARE 5 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT DIVORCE AND QDRO's 1. Generally your retirement income is marital property and if you divorce, to the extent the income was earned, accrued or vested during your marriage you will likely have to share it with your spouse. This includes not just real estate but retirement income as well, specifically [...]
CARRIBEAN: The 6 best Carribean Islands to get your groove back after divorce (and how to get there)
NECKER ISLAND - Billionaire Richard Branson owns this island and he does allow well heeled moneyed tourists to come ashore and explore it for a price. If you have the financial means, why not check this one out as you try to put your failed marriage behind you? It might be just the thing the doctor ordered but forget about bagging Branson. He's [...]
10 reasons to withdraw your divorce petition
So you've already filed the divorce papers but deep down you are waffling a bit. Here are ten reasons to withdraw the damn thing and give your marriage one last courageous go at it. 1. Love can conquer all if you just try a little harder; swallow a bit more pride and you'll see what a big difference it can make. 2. You'll have to start [...]
7 ways to avoid divorce this Valentine’s Day, for chrissakes
7 WAYS TO AVOID DIVORCE THIS VALENTINE'S DAY (for guys) Hey guys, if you want to avoid a speedy divorce this Valentine's here are a few pointers: 1. Try to remember it's Valentines and at least say "Happy Valentine's Day" for chrissakes. 2. Buy her chocolates....or something sweet, for chrissakes. 3. If you must send flowers to the [...]
10 Valentine’s Day coulda/woulda/shouldas of divorced women
It is always refreshing when a woman who's never married is prone to give out marriage advice, isn't it? Well, I do think I am uniquely suited to dispense marriage and relationship advice because I listen to women talk about what went wrong in their relationships and marriages and while I don't know from actual experience what might hold a [...]
What are the top 10 reasons people get divorced?
TOP 10 REASONS PEOPLE GET DIVORCED Here are the top 10 reasons I think people get divorced. This list is not in any particular order. Do you agree or disagree? 1. Financial problems. 2. Sexual incapatibility 3. Adultery 4. Domestic Violence 5. Family conflicts 6. Job loss? 7. Health issues such as weight gain; cancer and [...]
15 cool post-divorce pleasures
15 COOL POST-DIVORCE PLEASURES Divorce may be depressing. But when the dust clears, there may be some pleasures worth celebrating. Here are fifteen off the top of my head: 1) You can eat whatever you want for dinner and you don't have to worry about cooking for someone else who may not think that plain couscous is a meal. 2) You can do [...]
12 reasons to hire a divorce consultant
12 REASONS TO HIRE A DIVORCE CONSULTANT Divorce lawyers probably make the best divorce consultants because of the breadth of their experience dealing with divorce issues, but a divorce consultant is not necessarily a divorce lawyer. Here are 12 reasons to consider hiring a divorce consultant. 1. They understand "divorce" both logically and [...]
The 50 most scandalous divorces of 2009 (and divorce rumors that hit the news)
DIVORCE SCANDALS....BREAKING UP CAN BE SO DIRTY, DIRTY, DIRTY TO DO THE BEST and most SCANDALOUS OF 2009 The Billionaires 1. Edra Blixseth and Tim Blixseth (Pennsylvania, Montana, California) These billionaires used to party with Bill Gates and play golf with presidents. Since their divorce (which, by the way, was supposed to be [...]
THE 9 MANLIEST EX HUSBANDS OF 2009
THE 9 MANLIEST EX HUSBANDS OF 2009, according to Divorce Saloon 1. George David - This CEO paid alimony rather than got alimony; that's hot. 2. Guy Ritchie - This film director got alimony but he also has a stiff upper British lip that is very manly and possibly is a great aphrodisiac when the lights are out. 3. Steve Wynn - This [...]
TOP 25 QUESTIONS TO ASK A DIVORCE LAWYER, ATTORNEY, BARRISTER, OR SOLICITOR
25 QUESTIONS TO ASK A DIVORCE LAWYER, ATTORNEY, SOLICITOR OR BARRISTER BEFORE YOU SIGN A RETAINER AGREEMENT 1. Is divorce your specialty? Or are you a general practitioner? 2. How long have you been practicing law? 3. How long have you been specializing in divorce law? 4. Where did you go to law school? 5. What is your hourly [...]
The 20 strongest high profile marriages that will never end in divorce
We compiled a list of 20 couples who we think will stay married forever. In fact, if they ever announced they are getting divorced, we pretty much will have a cow. These couples are listed in no particular order, and are as follows: 1. Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith-Will and Jada seem pretty solid. He has already said that they will divorce [...]
10 divorce tips to help you deal with divorce depression during the holidays
10 TIPS TO DEAL WITH DIVORCE DEPRESSION AROUND THE HOLIDAYS 1. Volunteer anywhere 2. Travel to places you have never been but always wanted to go. 3. Get reacquainted with friends and family 4. Find religion 5. Adopt a pet 6. Actively empty your heart of malice and fill it up with compassion and forgiveness 7. Visit art [...]
50 great divorce support groups for you (by state)
DIVORCE INFORMATION AND SUPPORT Sometimes it comes out of left field. One minute you are taking romantic strolls on the beach and the next minute, somebody is asking the other for divorce. It can be very devastating, confusing and terrifying. Have you and your husband even once mentioned the word "separation" or "divorce" to each other? It [...]
5 Divorce secrets you need to know to win your divorce case
5 DIVORCE SECRETS 1. The longer you've been married, the more respect you get, the more assets you get. A marriage that is 10 years old or older is considered a long term marriage and these are treated differently by the courts, and even by the State. For example, after 10 years if you divorce you are still entitled to the social security benefits [...]


