Dividing Household Items During a Divorce

Divorce is an unfortunate life event for many individuals. Not only can divorce be strenuous on your relationship with family and friends, you’ll also need to divide tangible assets. A lot of individuals have a hard time giving up certain items.Sometimes the divorce requires it—but sometimes it doesn’t. We compiled a list of vital information about dividing household items during a divorce.Read on to learn more.

Separate Items Based on When You Received Them

Every couple will have items their partner had before the marriage; the court will generally honor that timeline. In other words, if you brought an item that you owned before you married your partner into the shared residence, the judge will likely consider that item yours. You should separate your items based on what was yours before the marriage. If you were gifted an item or you obtained an item during the marriage, you’ll need to reach an agreement with your partner either through court or personally.

Compile a List of Valuable Items and Hire an Appraiser

Of course, every household will have various valuable items such as furniture, electronics, kitchenware, and artwork. You and your partner should first agree on an appraiser, then compile a list of the items for appraisal. From here, you and your partner can decide on a number of options. First, determine who’s going to get what, and second, if any items will be sold or donated. It’s up to you and your partner’s discretion if you’re going to agree to accept the appraisals or get a second opinion.