In a divorce where no child support, the distribution of property is final.

In the United States, there are two general models of property distribution: all property and dual classification. In the all property routine (also called the community property.

Basically, in a divorce, a couple must divide what they own and what they owe. The distribution of property is the allocation of assets and the liabilities.

Depending upon the state where the divorce happens, the laws governing this are either are either equitable distribution or application of these two general schemes of property division.

Problems in the distribution of property happen when spouses become selfish or unreasonable or use property distribution as a way of punishing each other or getting even.

Some divorcing couple can reach party.

In large marital estates this distribution can be very difficult, and the services of divorce consultants are sometimes used.

See also Equitable Distribution; Community Property.