Divorce doesn't have to be a pain in wallet

Money disputes cause many a marriage to unravel.

But when divorce does occur, spouses lose less money -- and sleep -- by being transparent about their financial dealings and working toward an equitable settlement, lawyers and financial planners say. Gathering all of the financial records before consulting a lawyer, divorce mediator or financial planner is a great first step.

However, untying the financial knot can be awfully tough, especially during the lingering economic downturn.

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