We are splitting 401(k). He took many loans and used the money for family bills. Does this make it a marital rather than separate property because of the loans?
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3This might be a better match for Law.– NL - Apologize to MonicaMar 1, 2017 at 16:41
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No. But you are not splitting the 401(k), the judge is. There is no provision for an employee to simply request funds to give to the ex-spouse. But there is a QDRO, a qualified domestic relations order whereby a judge orders this to occur. The lawyers will be aware of the loans, as will the judge, and will take that into account when splitting the 401(k). Depending on what other money the Ex has, he make be required to pay the loans back, partially, or in full.
No one can guess what will happen. The judge will take all aspects of your finances and current earnings into account.
answered Mar 1, 2017 at 16:50
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How does the court handle this split? Split the loan or split the 'equity' in the account?– XalorousMar 2, 2017 at 1:39
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Did you notice that while I wrote a lot, I didn't say what would happen? The judge has broad discretion. It can go either way. Mar 2, 2017 at 1:42