In a divorce or separation you will have to divide your finances. The first step in dividing your finances is making sure you know exactly what you own and owe, both as an individual and as a couple. Collect Copies of Important Papers ( (Tab 1) below) Make a List of what You own and…
Separating or divorcing is an enormous transition that can be very stressful. It will bring significant changes to you. In the event that you, unfortunately, have to go through a separation or a divorce you should make sure that you have a separation or divorce agreement. The Agreement …a written agreement that formally sets out…
KNOW ABOUT Power of Attorney A power of attorney (POA) is a document that allows you to appoint a person or organisation to manage your affairs. All POAs are not created equal. It is a legal document (highlighted in our civil law Articles 1856 up to 1890), also known as “prokura” in the Maltese Language.…
Are you eligible for a pension? How much pension will you get? Do you have enough contributions to retire at age 61 instead of at the respective pensionable age? Are you entitled to any credits such as study credits, child rearing credits that would increase your contribution average? How will the percentage (%) increase affect…
Although there is no data available with regard to Malta, research overseas shows that elderly financial abuse is a growing trend. Indeed, other than the victim’s age, elderly financial abuse is a crime which is indiscriminate in choosing who it strikes. Factors such as one’s socio-economic status, gender, educational background and geographic location do not…
