Cost Saving Tips

Do I need a divorce lawyer?

Do I need a divorce lawyer? This is a common question for those thinking about getting a divorce.  We have all heard horror stories about divorces that have cost families their savings.  So it’s not surprising that most people try to do their own divorces. But should you do your own divorce? In all cases, […]

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Keeping Costs Down On Divorce – Part 3: Buy New Shoes

Written by on January 22, 2014 in Cost Saving Tips with 0 Comments

  People are emotional.  Divorce is emotional.  Sometimes emotions will cause litigants to drive up the cost of their divorce with no tangible benefit.  Is it really worth it to spend $1,000 to fight for something that is worth $50?  Probably not.  Similarly, it is often not worth it to spend $2,500 to realize a […]

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Keeping Costs Down on Divorce – Part 2: Experts

Written by on April 28, 2013 in Cost Saving Tips with 0 Comments

When the parties find themselves in need of an expert such as a forensic evaluator or a real estate appraiser, or  it is more economical if the parties agree to jointly retain the expert(s) as opposed to each party hiring their own expert.  While many parties then share the expert fees or pay it from a community property […]

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Keeping Costs Down On Divorce – Part 1: Documentation

Written by on April 28, 2013 in Cost Saving Tips with 0 Comments

Divorces are notoriously expensive, but they don’t have to be.   I am not a proponent of “low-cost divorces,” but I do believe in obtaining your divorce at a low-cost.  So, what can you do to keep the cost of your divorce down?  This is the first article in a 5-part series on things that all […]

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