Divorce

Divorce is not only becoming more common, it is becoming more complicated too. Unravelling joint finances can be a major headache and there is often uncertainty - on both sides - about what each party may be entitled to. This book offers anyone contemplating divorce a practical, step-by-step guide to what they can expect. It will include important issues such as: key milestones in the divorce process; how to work out what your assets are worth; what happens to joint debts; how to keep divorce costs to a minimum; what to do if you own a business jointly. The Financial Intelligence series offers down-to-earth, practical guides to personal finance, aimed at anyone interested in increasing their financial IQ. These guides will help readers to feel confident about making the right decisions when it comes to spending, saving and investing their money. This book offers anyone contemplating divorce a practical, step-by-step guide to what they can expect, and contains valuable advice on how best to cope with the financial consequences. Sarah Pennells is a personal finance journalist who specialises in explaining complex subjects in an engaging way. She has worked as a financial journalist for over 13 years and has been a freelance writer and broadcaster since 1999. She reports on the BBC's 'Your Money' every week as well as being personal finance editor for The Lady magazine and a columnist for personal finance magazine Moneywise.