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By Linda J. Schaeffer and Elizabeth J. Garrett: The importance of carefully considering all factors with dependency deductions in divorce. Read more
The advantages of voluntary disclosures in matrimonial disputes are magnified in litigation. The voluntary disclosure draws other benefits too. Read more
Family lawyers should consider these 8 aspects of the 2011 Canadian Federal Budget while calculating child support and tax credits available to parents. Read more
By Justin A. Reckers: The Institute for Divorce Financial Analysts™ (IDFA) recently asked members across the country to share the worst financial mistakes they’ve seen in their practices. Af... Read more
An orderly transition of a retiring investment advisor's book of accounts to a new one would help keep loyal clients and a steady stream of revenue. Read more
You have probably heard of the saying, the only things in life that are certain are death and taxes. Well, we can add a new one to the list – Life and Debt. Read more
Civil unions in Illinois are not without tax issues. The federal tax law does not allow joint returns to be filed by partners of a civil union. Read more
Home sweet home: When dealing with the principal residence, it is then a matter of understanding of the special tax benefits inuring to the marital home Read more
On one level, it’s fairly straight-forward to explain what a capitalization rate (cap rate) is – but on another level, it is rather complex, and the critical aspect of same is the developmen... Read more
Here are four different types of child-related tax credits that divorcing parents should understand before resolving custody issues. Read more
