Real Answers for Life’s Money Challenges
I was married to a user for 25 years.
He had used others before me.
I was the breadwinner through its entirety.
I tried to get something legally in writing, but their attorney advised them against it.
I stuck it out.
I was left nearly penniless while he inherited over half a million dollars, if not more.
I was told Im not entitled to anything he was bequeathed.
He was an only child.
I worked so hard for many years to be left with nothing.
Hes even able to receive my Social Security.
We got divorced 10 years ago and it still stings.
Do I have any recourse?
I wish I had better news to offer you.
But perhaps accepting this will help you find closure for a painful chapter of your life.
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Im guessing they knew that and lied to you when they promised you half of everything.
Im so sorry you were manipulated in this way.
If its any consolation, perhaps its that you never have to deal with your ex-husband again.
And after 10 years, who knows if theres even any money left to fight over?
Its understandable why youre still hurting, even 10 years later.
You were used and lied to, yet you dont have any recourse.
But sometimes accepting an unpleasant reality can actually be empowering.
Probably not as good as youd like.
It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings.
But what if your car breaks down, or you have a sudden medical bill?
Maybe that will mean working longer than youd hoped or downsizing inretirement.
Those probably arent the solutions you want to hear.
Ending this marriage obviously came at a high cost to you.
Robin Hartill is a certified financial planner and a senior writer at The Penny Hoarder.
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