Q: What can you tell me about Oregon divorce law regarding a great deal of sweat equity (complete home remodel in and out)
No children, married for 35 years. Both parties have had jobs but spouse decided to retire early. I am still working and my age is 66, had no help from spouse with remodel. The home will be sold and proceeds split, will sweat equity be considered in the division of the assets?
Thank you
A: Everything you own will be split equitably, which almost always means ‘evenly.’ Add the dollar value up and divide by two.
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