What constitutes a marital asset?

What constitutes a marital asset?

Marital assets refers to all property acquired during the course of the marriage, regardless of ownership or who holds the title to it. Examples of marital assets may include, among others, house(s), cash, stocks, bonds, cars, pensions, and insurance.

Is inherited property considered marital property?

Generally, inheritances are not subject to equitable distribution because, by law, inheritances are not considered marital property. Instead, inheritances are treated as separate property belonging to the person who received the inheritance, and therefore may not be divided between the parties in a divorce.

Is Ex entitled to my inheritance?

Broadly, any inheritance received after separation will not be subject to division PROVIDED that the parties have formalised their settlement by way of either a Consent Order, Court Order or Binding Financial Agreement.

How do I protect my inheritance?

Protect your inheritance received during the marriagestill document and keep proof that you received an inheritance;open a separate account, in your sole name, for the inheritance;keep proof that you deposited the inheritance into the account;do not use the inheritance to buy jointly owned assets with your spouse;