Finances & Property
Sorting out finances and property is one of the most important — and often most complicated — parts of separation. This section explains what financial settlements cover, how assets are divided, and how mediation can help you reach a fair agreement.
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We need to agree a financial settlementUnderstand what financial settlements cover, what the courts look at, and how mediation helps.Read about financial settlements →We need to decide what happens to the family homeThe family home is often the most valuable asset. Understand your options for dealing with it.Read about property division →We need to sort out pensionsPensions are often overlooked but can be worth more than the family home. Understand your options.Read about pensions →We have debts and liabilities to deal withJoint debts and liabilities need to be addressed as part of any financial settlement.Read about debts →
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Financial Settlements ExplainedWhat they cover and how they're reachedWhat Can Be Included in a Settlement?Assets, income, pensions and moreProperty and the Family HomeOptions for the family home on separationPensions and SeparationHow pension assets are dividedDebts and LiabilitiesJoint debts and how to handle them
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