Craig: Dividing your retirement plan in divorce

Traditionally, January is the busiest month of the year for divorce filings. There is no added legal benefit to filing this month but many think it is most popular because the Christmas holidays have caused an imminent filing to be pushed off. Of course, this year might even be busier than most because of the uncertain economy. Here are some tips to help you understand one of your largest marital assets and some details of dividing it with your soon to be ex-spouse.