Women's Money Wisdom

Episode 84: Understanding Spousal Support with Peter Bissett

October 05, 2021 Peter Bissett Season 2 Episode 84
Women's Money Wisdom
Episode 84: Understanding Spousal Support with Peter Bissett
Show Notes

In this episode, Melissa Joy CDFA® is joined by attorney Peter Bissett, PLC to discuss spousal support. Peter works both in litigation and collaborative law practice, and focuses solely on divorce, custody, and parenting time proceedings. In this episode, Melissa and Peter address the many variables that go into determining spousal support in the divorce process. 

You will learn:

·       Even in a “no-fault” divorce state, fault can play a role in spousal support. 

·       What are the 14 factors considered when determining the support amount?

·       How is monthly spousal support determined if the higher-earning spouse is paid in commission or bonus pay?

·       What happens if the paying spouse dies or becomes unemployed?

Resources:

Find more information about Peter Bissett, PLC HERE

Read Peter's Blog ,What Happens to the Equity in our House if we get Divorced?

Learn how Divorce Financial Planning can help.

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