Managing spends during divorce

jimsmythee · 2024-08-13T19:45:07+00:00

Yes, it does get looked at negatively if you're spending a lot more than you should, if the sole purpose is to try to get some of that debt transferred to your STBXW.

In my case, my now exwife and I were fresh out of bankruptcy court when I filed for divorce. I had my own checking account for direct deposit and paying bills. My exwife refused to work, so I knew if she had access to my account, she'd spend all of the money on herself for stuff we didn't need and couldn't afford.

JustSomeDude7287 · 2024-08-13T14:31:48+00:00

Once you file you state the date of separation. Open a new checking account and credit card so you can say anything after is yours. You can spend however you like as long as current assets like mortgage or community property are taken care of - however it split among you and her or not.

If there’s joint account I’d recommend to take half to your new account because anyone can just withdraw money from it don’t be naive and think she’ll only take what’s her. Protect yourself first.

No-Young1428 · 2024-08-13T00:56:37+00:00

Thanks, but is it looked at negatively if I spend more than usual or doesn’t actually matter in grand scheme of things ?

pg19792022 · 2024-08-12T12:50:38+00:00

Spend what you can afford. Just don’t take on debt.

Title	Managing spends during divorce
Author	No-Young1428
Upvotes	1
Comments	4
Date	August 12, 2024 4:36 AM UTC (1 year ago)
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