Use of Martial Home During My Austin, Texas divorce case – Should I stay or should I go?
Who gets to stay in the house after the divorce is filed? What about other property during a divorce – what can and can’t I use? Often when preparing for the filing of the divorce petition in Austin, Texas, one question that we are asked is: can I stay in the house? During temporary orders…
Division of Property in Austin, Texas Divorce Cases
In Texas, during divorce proceedings all marital property is subject to what is known a “just and right division.” Community property is commonly divided fairly evenly between the parties, just as are all community debts. Whenever possible, the community property should be divided during divorce so that each spouse receives a fair share. In an…
Separate vs. Community Property in Austin, Texas Divorce Cases
What is the difference between separate and community property in Austin, Texas divorce cases? All assets you and your spouse have acquired during your marriage because of your earnings and income is commonly referred to as community property. Examples of community property are homes or other real property, vehicles, retirement accounts (IRA’s, 401ks, pensions), stocks,…