‘My ex stole my childbearing years. Does he owe me anything?’
She says her ex stole her childbearing years. Can she claim compensation? Sam Secomb explains your rights, financial options and the truth about common-law marriage.
Divorce and Finances
Divorce – Financial and Pension Advice Guide
After a turbulent couple of years, it’s fair to say that life in 2025 hasn’t exactly become calmer. Interest rates,…
How Do You Plan for the Cost of Moving After Divorce?
Moving home is never just about boxes, bubble wrap and a great chance for a clear out – it’s about…
‘My wife changed our mortgage behind my back – should I end our 38-year marriage?’
Moral Money: our reader is shocked to discover a sizeable debt remains on his property Dear Sam, My wife and…
My ex-wife abandoned our daughters – and refuses to tell them her inheritance plan
Moral Money: our reader is unsure about relying entirely on his own finances for his children’s bequest Dear Moral Money,…
‘I should be inheriting my ex’s £450,000 estate, but a quirk in the rules means I’ve lost it all’
Moral Money: our reader wants to know if she can lay claim to any of his money Dear Sam, I…
‘My ex and his new wife spend excessively – and make me want to cut my stepson’s inheritance’
Moral Money: our reader is concerned there will be nothing left for her child to inherit Dear Moral Money, I…
‘My new partner is trying to get a share of my divorce settlement – should I let him?’
Moral Money: our reader is facing a fundamental stress test for couples Dear Moral Money, I enjoy your sage advice…
‘Should I use my £260,000 divorce settlement to clear my new partner’s mortgage?’
Moral Money: our reader wants to know whether to invest or keep the cash for retirement Dear Moral Money, I…