What is a stipulation in a divorce?

What is a stipulation in a divorce?

A “stipulation” is an agreement between two parties that is submitted to the judge for approval. It eliminates the need to go to court and have a judge decide an issue. A written “Stipulation and Order” includes the parties’ agreement, both of their notarized signatures, and the judge’s signature.

How are assets valued in a divorce?

How to Determine the Value of Possessions in a Divorce

  1. Discuss Your Desires With Your Spouse.
  2. Get a Real Estate Appraisal.
  3. Calculate Assets of Significant Value.
  4. Check Kelley Blue Book for Vehicle Values.
  5. Add Up Bank Accounts and Financial Assets.
  6. Evaluate a Business.

What should a woman ask for in a divorce settlement?

Look for tax returns, bank statements, brokerage statements, employee benefit statements (401K plans, pension and retirement funds), home and business ownership documents, insurance policies, wills, trusts and any other financial document that may play a role in your divorce settlement.

Does my ex husband have to pay half the mortgage?

Does My Ex-Partner Still Have to Pay the Mortgage? You’re equally liable for the mortgage, even if the loan is based on one party’s income or one of you moves out. Your lender can pursue both of you either jointly or individually for the payment – plus any costs, legal fees or loss made upon any possible repossession.

Can my girlfriend get half my house?

if she wants to, depending on the state you live in, she can either make you buy half the house from her or she can refuse to move.

Can my husband leave me out of his will?

Yes, but steps can often be taken to effectively get around the Will. When your spouse signs a Will leaving you out, the Will itself is not automatically invalid. We often see a husband leave his second wife out of his Will and instead leave everything to husband’s adult children from a prior marriage.