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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for New Hampshire on
Q: My husband and I want a divorce but want to refinance the house, I get the equity and he gets the house.

Do we do this before, after or during the divorce? I need the money for a new start for me and my children but I’m afraid I won’t get it somehow.

Ora Schwartzberg
Ora Schwartzberg
answered on Mar 20, 2022

The best way is for the two of you to meet with an attorney mediator who will help you identify and resolve all the financial issues at one time. Once you reach an agreement you can decide when you would like to refinance. You can then file your agreement with the Court along with a joint... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for New Hampshire on
Q: Married in NH and about to file for divorce. Husband is expecting a large payout settlement from state of MA as well

filing for disability retirement. A large 20+ year pension is also being negotiated. He has been making threats to me that I wont get a penny of the settlement or retirement yet we have been married 16 years, together 29, and are married with 3 children. 2 questions: Will I get a portion of his... View More

Ora Schwartzberg
Ora Schwartzberg
answered on Mar 25, 2020

Yes you will get a portion of the value if the divorce action is brought in NH. You should speak with an attorney so that you can explain exactly where your husband is in the process. Also you should bring any written documentation regarding the pension negotiations and disability.

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