Divorce among older couples, also known as gray divorce, has become more common in recent years. Longer lifespans and changing social norms have contributed to the rise in gray divorces. Many of the challenges of divorce are similar regardless of age. However, if you...
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Divorce may affect retirement plans and Social Security benefits
Older couples separating in Colorado may view their divorce as an incentive to plan for their future. Under Colorado’s equitable distribution laws, nonworking spouses have a right to receive a fair share of their working spouses’ retirement plans. As noted by Forbes,...
How may a divorce involving older adults differ from others?
Divorces between couples over age 50 and married for several years could involve complex issues. The complexity often stems from an accumulation of assets. When considering a retirement strategy, property division may become a priority issue. Under Colorado's...
Why is gray divorce more common now?
Gray divorce occurs in individuals over the age of 55. The name comes from the hair color of older adults. In the past, divorce was not common among older generations for various reasons. However, in recent years, gray divorce is becoming more common. Business Insider...
How does grey divorce differ from other age groups?
As an older divorcing couple, you may have heard that your divorce will likely go different than those of your younger peers. But just how different are you looking at? Grey divorcees like you often face unique hurdles and struggles that younger couples may not even...
What are struggles grey divorcees may face?
Grey divorce is a term used to describe couples aged 50 and over who get a divorce. Grey divorce has steadily been on the rise in recent years and the trend does not seem to be slowing down. Experts have a lot to say on the matter. They discuss potential reasons why...
Denver, Colorado, is number one in gray divorce
The mile high city is no stranger to winning, to being number one. However, once recent number one ranking will not be getting a championship parade: we are number one in gray divorce, ahead of every other U.S. city. Gray divorce refers to divorces among seniors. The...
Grey divorce rates have doubled in recent years
The impact of going through a divorce can be difficult for anyone to deal with. It can be even more challenging if you are getting divorced later in life. While older adults might have more nuanced relationships, they also tend to end their marriages for the same...
Gray divorce
Divorce rates are dropping for couples younger than 45 years-old but raising for older couples. The rate of divorce for couples age 50 and older has doubled in the past 30 years. Because divorce for older couples has become more common, it is often referred to as a...