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Protecting Your Finances in Separation or Divorce - Virginia Law Specific
Proactive Steps to Take in Contemplation of Separation or Divorce I. Financial Record-keeping Begin to assemble and make copies of the following:
II. Take an Inventory of Household Items
Make a list of the valuable things in your home, and note which ones you will want at separation III. Your Credit Obtain a credit report before you separate. Try to clear up any deficiencies or problems that may have been caused by you. This is also a good idea in case the other spouse starts to rack up debt after separation. It is a good idea to open up credit in your name only, if you haven't already done so. You must protect against the idea that your spouse is going to go on a shopping spree while you are still married. IV. Budget Make a detailed listing of everything you spend or make in 30 days. You will need this for any income and expense reports. V. Start Separating Your Finances Open a checking account in your name only. Start separating your finances. Begin closing joint banking accounts. Most joint checking accounts can be closed by just one spouse (unless it is a joint tenancy with right of survivorship, contact your bank for more information). If closing the joint accounts will not work, withdraw a fair amount (half) and place it in your own account. VI. Confidential Communications If you are opening a checking account or have hired a lawyer, you may wish to rent a PO Box so as not to tip off your spouse. Also, you may wish to obtain another e-mail address used only for the purpose of communicating confidentially with your attorney. Keep this account password protected at all times.
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