Women2Women - Summer 2018 - 25

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she may prefer a woman's perspective.
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An example of planning that may create
long-term financial strife would be keeping
the house. This may be an extreme show of
emotional "want" that is not necessarily
a healthy financial decision. Most people
love their home, the memories and the
neighborhood. However, that can prove
costly to long-term financial security. Are
you in the position to handle all costs? Be
very honest with yourself. The absolute
worst thing one can do is to have a home
that is a continued financial stretch.

Some additional advice is to get your credit report and correct
any inaccuracies to the credit reporting bureaus. Always remember
that a great credit rating is worth working hard to keep in great
order. Pay on time, every time and pay more than the minimum
payment. This helps to maintain and build a healthy credit rating.
Name changes and Social Security has always been complex if
not addressed correctly with the Social Security Administration. If
you change your name following the divorce, follow the guidelines
that are offered on the Social Security website. You will need to
provide some details to support your name change request. Do
this as soon as possible. Do not wait to change your name because
your name is associated with your Social Security number and
creates legal complexities if not addressed.
More information that is very important to know regarding
Social Security; if you have been married for 10 years or more,
each spouse is vested in the other's Social Security account, which
means that you can collect benefits on your former spouse's Social
Security record if you are at least 62 and if your former spouse
is entitled to or receiving benefits. However, if you remarry, you
generally cannot collect benefits on your former spouse's record
unless your later marriage ends (death, divorce or annulment).
Most importantly to remember is that every Social Security benefit
is different from your friends, family, etc. Check out your personal
benefits and plan for your future with accurate information.

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