💡 Ask the Expert: How to Handle a Divorce (Part 2)

Hi Linda! Thank you for your question. It will probably be very daunting and overwhelming for somebody looking to get a divorce. Some people ponder about it for years before making a decision. I would say the first thing to do is map out a plan post-divorce. It would be better if you can discuss the terms of the divorce before proceeding, as the divorce will be far less painful if the both of you agree on the terms of the divorce. You will need to decide who will takeover the house, and if you want to, whether HDB or the bank will allow you to do so financially. You will also need to decide who and where the children should live, whether you need maintenance for yourself or the children. If you have a rough idea on what post-divorce life would look like, then it's easier to work towards it.