Assumption: "Money I've built up since we separated doesn't need to go on my D81 because we agreed I could keep it."
1 min readThis content reflects observational insights and lived community experiences. It does not constitute legal advice — always consult a qualified professional for your specific circumstances.
What People Expect
An informal agreement between the two of you feels like it settles the matter, so it doesn't occur to people that the money still needs to be disclosed at all.
Court Reality
An informal agreement doesn't remove the disclosure obligation. It should still be disclosed on the D81, with the post-separation timing and the agreement about it explained in the narrative, rather than left off entirely.
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The Gap?
"Money I've built up since we separated doesn't need to go on my D81 because we agreed I could keep it."
Court Reality
An informal agreement doesn't remove the disclosure obligation. It should still be disclosed on the D81, with the post-separation timing and the agreement about it explained in the narrative, rather than left off entirely.
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