Angelina Jolie Brad Pitt’s Custody Ending and Finances: A Practical Guide
When the youngest of Jolie and Pitt reach adulthood, a custody phase ends—and so does a big chapter of family finance...
Divorce
This page gathers four articles about Divorce and how it affects retirement, Social Security, and spousal benefits. Learn practical strategies to safeguard assets and optimize your finances.
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Dave Ramsey Tells Divorced Woman to Sell Home and Wipe Debt
A divorced listener earning about $100,000 was advised to liquidate home equity to wipe out debt, a move that reignit...
She’s Ready for Social Security: Ex’s Age Matters Now
A 63-year-old divorcee discovers that her ex-husband’s younger age blocks her ability to claim Social Security on his...
Social Security Pays Only the Higher Benefit for Divorced Spouses
Divorced spouses rarely collect both benefits, because social security pays only the higher amount, not both. This ru...
A Divorce Turns Your Finances Into a Market Fight Today
In a volatile market, inheritance-driven home equity can complicate divorce settlements. Experts outline how to prote...
The 10-Year Marriage Rule Just Cost Her Benefits Today
A near-10-year divorce can erase months of divorced-spouse Social Security benefits. The calendar, not sentiment, det...
John Stamos Says Rebecca Divorce: Finances for Everyone
Heartbreak in the headlines often carries a bigger financial signal. This piece uses the John Stamos and Rebecca Romi...
Ways Divorce Derail Your Finances: A Timely Look Now
As households face ongoing economic pressure in 2026, divorce can ripple through finances for years. This report outl...
Divorced Americans Derail Retirement: Timing Matters
A new nationwide survey finds 49% of divorced americans derailed retirement plans, underscoring how asset division an...
Divorced Spouse Benefit Worth Reaches $1,840 a Month
A divorced retiree learns, at age 64, that she can claim up to 50% of her ex-spouse's Social Security record, lifting...
Divorced Women 62+ Can Claim Ex-Spouse Social Security Benefits
Divorced women over 62 can tap into Social Security based on an ex-spouse’s earnings, potentially delivering up to $2...
Can I’m Just Divorced with $85K Income Become Rich by 65
A 40-year-old, freshly divorced, earns $85,000 with no savings. Financial planners say a disciplined plan could reach...