Dividing money and assets
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Dividing pensions on divorce or dissolution
In divorce or dissolution, the pension can be the biggest asset after the family home. You can split pensions several ways, so it’s worth understanding the options before deciding what’s best for you.
Dividing investments and savings during divorce or dissolution
Investments and savings will generally form part of your financial settlement on divorce or dissolution. Dividing them should be relatively straightforward if you can negotiate with each other. Find out what you can do.
Dividing investments and savings when you separate if you were cohabiting
Dividing investments and savings should be relatively straightforward if you’re not married or in a civil partnership when you separate. You may be able to claim back your contributions to them in some circumstances. Find out what you can do.
Dividing business interests on divorce or dissolution
Sorting out or valuing a family business during divorce or dissolution can be complicated. But the more you can agree, the less it is likely to cost you. How a business is taken into account when you separate will depend on a number of factors. Find out where to start and what the options are.
Dividing business interests on separation if you were cohabiting
If you and your ex-partner were neither married nor in a civil partnership, but have been running a family business together or have shared business interests, you may be able to claim a share in their value. Find out the options available.
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When you separate, you’ll need to think about how to divide your money and belongings. Two of the biggest decisions you’re likely to make are what to do with your home and how to divide up any pensions - if you have them.
Dividing up money and belongings when you separate -
If you live with your partner, you’ll need to decide what to do about your home when you separate. Your options depend on if you're unmarried, married or in a civil partnership, and if you rent or own your home.
What happens to the family home when you separate