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California law generally treats assets earned during a marriage as community property. This rule often applies to restricted stock units (RSUs), connected to employment. RSUs are shares that employers may offer as part of a compensation package, often with conditions...
When a marriage ends in California, business ownership often becomes a central part of the property division process. California follows community property rules, so the timing of when you acquired assets and how they grew during the marriage often plays an important...
Spouses have a right to a fair share of their marital estate and a responsibility to help address marital debts. Unfortunately, some people resent the obligation to fairly divide marital resources. They may look for ways to control or manipulate the outcome of the...
There is a tax rule that may allow you to exclude profit from the sale of your primary residence — the home sale exclusion rule under IRS section 121. If certain requirements are met, some or all of the gain may not be taxed. Here is how that works. The home must be...
Divorcing couples often worry the most about dividing assets fairly. While regular bank accounts usually split easily, you can’t really say the same for investment assets. In the Bay Area, where many people earn company stocks as part of their pay, understanding how...
For high net worth couples going through a divorce in San Jose and the Bay Area, property division is rarely a simple matter. California law demands an equal split of marital property, making it critical to know the difference between assets you share and those you...
Stock options are a common part of compensation in Silicon Valley. Some may already be vested, while others depend on future conditions. If you are going through a divorce, a key question often arises: Will the court divide these options, and if so, how? For many...
Facing divorce in California means confronting difficult questions about dividing not just your assets, but also your debts. While many focus initially on the emotional side of divorce, considering the potential economic impact is crucial. Understanding how...
Divorce is never easy, especially when you have many assets to divide. It's not just about splitting things 50/50; it's about ensuring everything is fair and transparent. Things can get complicated quickly in high-asset divorces, making it crucial to employ strategies...
California's community property laws often raise questions during divorce or legal separation. Understanding these laws is crucial for dividing assets and debts fairly. Below are five frequently asked questions about community property in California. 1. What counts as...