The Top 10 Reasons for a Having a Prenup

What does a judge or jury look for when a witness testifies? This episode helps you appreciate the value of a seasoned litigation expert at your side during a contentious  family law case.  If you're facing trial in a contentious divorce or other types of litigation such as a modification or temporary orders hearing, this is a do not miss episode.  

Rick discusses how to relax into the experience so that you can control your emotions while testifying and show up as the best version of you and as a parent.   You'll also learn how to avoid creating "bad evidence" by taking ownership of your actions. You'll also get a peak into a moment in time in the courtroom when he reveals how one of his most famous clients, Anna Nicole Smith, fumbled on the witness stand, potentially costing her the fated outcome of her case.

Find Litigation Consultant and Trail Psychologist Rick Goldberg at www.rickmgoldberg.com.

We discuss the following:

• What does "custody" really mean?
• The difference between joint custody and sole custody in Texas 
• What issues are important to a court when considering a determination of custody?
• Do dads get a fair shot at custody in today's courts?
• Custom visitation and access schedules - the new creative frontier
• How does mediation play a part in settling a custody case?
• Child support and health insurance issues
• What happens when one parent doesn't follow the court's Final Order?

Here are just some of the topics you'll hear about ...

• What happens in a divorce if your marital home is mortgaged? Can one party stay in the home, anyway? Why it's not always necessary to sell!
• How do you qualify for a loan? When is the best time to do it?
• How to raise your credit score in order to qualify for a loan.
• How can a stay at home mom refinance so your kids can possibly stay in their home? How and when does spousal support and child support figure into the equation? When do you begin to document?
• Issues to consider when dividing the assets.
• Learn how debt can be excluded from from the spouse who's on the note after divorce.
• Some insights into the underwriting and qualifying process.

... and more! 

Find Noel Cookman at www.TheMortgageInstitute.com and 972.724.2881.

Thank you, Noel Cookman!

In this narrative Houston family law attorney Cindy Hide encourages to consider:

• Dreams and aspirations for your marriage
• Short and long terms goals
• Communication skills
• Creating a safe atmosphere to dialogue
• Intimate disclosures
• Rules for your partnership
• Surprises after the wedding
• Creating your own laws, not those of the state
• Reducing legal fees in the event of divorce
• Securing your privacy

In this narrative Houston family law attorney Cindy Hide discusses:

• 4 “Must Ask” questions about your finances - Residence, Budget, Work-Life, and Income
• The sexier side of your marriage agreement – Getting Clear about What You Like and Who You Are

In this narrative Houston family law attorney Cindy Hide discusses:

The five most common objections to prenups and how to address them

• The value of creating a prenup and why it can bring you closer together as a couple
• How to value a stay at home partner
• A prenup conversation template

In this narrative Cindy Hide discusses:

• The meaningful nature of a marital agreement and good reasons for having one
• What a prenuptial agreement is and the most common reasons for creating one
• How much it costs to create a prenuptial agreement

Here’s just a few issues in the long checklist of things to consider if you chose cohabitation over marriage:

• Health care 
• Business transactions and businesses
• Asset protection
• Retirement benefits
• Life insurance issues
• Powers of Attorney
• What spousal equivalents are NOT entitled to enjoy

Here's a peek at just a few of the issues that can be included in a cohabitation agreement presented in this episode:

• Clearly state that you’re not married
• Define the boundaries and issues of home ownership, taxes and improvements
• What happens in the event of a split or death?
• Defining the financial framework for the relationship
• Dealing with your debts, loans and gifts
• What about the kids…and the pets?