“Gray divorce” is on the rise for a number of reasons. Longer life expectancies, decreased social stigma, and increased financial independence have all allowed couples to seek happiness beyond their married lives. Unfortunately, when retirement hits, many people find that they are no longer compatible with their partners. No kids in the house. No job to talk about. What’s left? Well, one of the biggest culprits behind divorce later in life is misaligned financial expectations. And when your financial mindsets aren’t syncing up, resentment can build in the background. Here are eight reasons why retirement can be a breaking point when money matters don’t align.
