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Frequently Asked Questions About Property Division

How will our property be divided? (A.R.S. ?28-211 and A.R.S. ?25-318) You and your spouse may decide this for yourselves,…

11 years ago

Community Property

  Once property is considered community property, it must be divided equitably between the spouses. That is why it is…

11 years ago

I am getting ready to file for divorce here in Arizona. Can I take all the money out of our Scottsdale joint savings account?

No, because although the temporary injunction is not in place, you are intending to file and it is not fair…

12 years ago

During a divorce in Arizona, what if neither of us can afford the house in Scottsdale?

This is no different than if you were together. You have the same problems and issues as if you were…

12 years ago

What if my spouse does not pay the community debts as ordered in the final decree? Can our creditors force me to pay?

Yes, Arizona Revised Statute 25-318 states that a creditor can collect a marital debt from either spouse, regardless of which…

12 years ago

What does a property settlement agreement do?

A Property Settlement Agreement lays out and explains how your property will be divided. If the court ultimately decides how…

12 years ago

How do the vehicles get divided during my divorce?

Usually spouses have driven one vehicle and that is the one they want to keep. There may be an adjustment…

12 years ago

What Happens if the House is Community Property? What if it is Sole and Separate?

Option one is one spouse stays in the house and makes all the payments; the parties get the house appraised…

12 years ago

Characterization of Property During a Divorce

The first thing to decide is the character of the property. If it is community, it can be split 50-50.…

12 years ago