Divorce is already tough. Add a spouse that is hiding assets, and it becomes a minefield. In Naples, many spouses try to gain the upper hand by concealing the extent of their wealth. At Bergermann Law Firm, we’ve seen it all. Undisclosed properties, secret bank accounts, and financial tricks meant to cheat you out of what’s rightfully yours. Want to know how they do it? This family law firm has its own secret asset—Vera Bergermann, Esq., earned her Master’s Degree in Taxation. This arms her with knowledge of assets and taxes that most other family lawyers don’t have. Here are some of the ways we’ve discovered spouses hiding assets.
Undervalued Assets: The Oldest Trick in the Book
You know that luxury vacation home you both loved? Well, suddenly, it’s worth half of what it was. That’s one of the most common tactics—undervaluing assets. Spouses intentionally lower the value of high-ticket items like real estate, cars, or businesses. Why? To make sure you get less. But here’s the thing: we can stop this. By hiring professional appraisers, we’ll reveal the true value of every asset. You deserve your fair share. Isn’t it time to fight back?
Offshore Accounts and Cryptocurrencies: New Ways to Hide
Welcome to the digital age of hidden assets. It’s not just about stuffing money under the mattress anymore. Offshore accounts and cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin are becoming more popular tools for hiding wealth. Your spouse might be funneling money into an account halfway across the world or storing it in digital currency. The good news? We have the resources to track these hidden treasures. Are you ready to uncover what’s been kept from you?
Delaying Financial Deals: The Waiting Game
Sometimes, hidden assets aren’t about what’s stashed away but what’s held back. Business owners might delay finalizing major deals or receiving bonuses just to lower the amount of marital property during divorce proceedings. It’s sneaky, but it’s real. At Bergermann Law Firm, we know how to spot these tactics. By analyzing transaction timelines and digging into business records, we’ll make sure every dollar counts. Do you think your spouse is delaying deals to shortchange you?
Shifting Assets to Family or Friends: The ‘Gift’ That Keeps on Giving
Have you noticed sudden “gifts” to family members? Maybe your spouse “gave” a luxury car to a cousin or transferred a property title to a friend. These moves are red flags. Spouses often shift assets to others to make it look like they no longer own them. But guess what? They can’t get away with it. With proper legal action, we’ll track down those transactions and bring everything back to the table. Are you ready to take back what’s yours?
Lifestyle vs. Reported Income: A Huge Gap
Does your spouse live lavishly but claim they’re broke? This is another common tactic. Their reported income might not match their extravagant spending. At Bergermann Law Firm, we’ll dig into their lifestyle to reveal hidden income sources. Bank statements, luxury purchases, and spending habits don’t lie. Let’s expose what’s really going on behind the scenes.
Uncovering Hidden Assets: The Power of Discovery
So, how do we uncover these hidden assets? It starts with the discovery process. Through subpoenas, depositions, and financial forensics, we’ll bring every asset to light. At Bergermann Law Firm, we partner with financial experts like forensic accountants who specialize in tracing hidden wealth. There’s no stone left unturned.
Facing the Consequences: Penalties for Concealing Assets
Here’s the truth: hiding assets in a divorce is illegal, and the courts don’t take it lightly. If your spouse is caught concealing wealth, they could face severe penalties. Florida law may award you a greater share of the assets, force your spouse to cover legal fees, or even charge them with contempt of court. In extreme cases, perjury charges could follow if they’ve lied about finances under oath.
Bergermann Law Firm Stands With You
At Bergermann Law Firm, we understand that divorce is a difficult time. But you don’t have to face hidden assets alone. Our team in Naples is ready to dig deep, expose the truth, and ensure you receive what’s rightfully yours. From undervalued properties to secret bank accounts, we’ll leave no detail unnoticed. Contact us today to safeguard your financial future.
