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Unlocking Fairness: Exploring the 4 Key Changes to Florida’s New Alimony Law

Florida’s alimony law, Florida Statute §61.08, underwent a significant transformation on July 1, 2023, with the implementation of a revised alimony law. This law introduced changes that impact the way spousal support or alimony is determined, calculated, and awarded in divorce cases throughout the state. This article provides an in-depth look at the key aspects of Florida’s new alimony law, offering insights into its implications and how it may affect individuals involved in divorce proceedings.

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Partition: Can a divorce force you to sell your home?

In a divorce, your home must be dealt with through a process called equitable distribution. In equitable distribution, the house will be awarded to one of the spouses. They transfer the property to you and you pay out your spouse their share of the equity, or vice versa. Alternatively, you could agree to sell the home. In the worst-case scenario, if you cannot agree who gets the home, the court may require the home to be sold through a process called partition. The debts of the marriage will be paid off. If there is any remaining money, it will be split between you and your spouse.

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