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How are luxury items and collections divided in a Hawaii divorce?  

On Behalf of | Jan 14, 2025 | Property Division

Splitting up luxury items in a Hawaii divorce brings unique challenges beyond dividing the family home. These items often spark heated debates during divorce talks, from art pieces and wine collections to designer goods and rare coins.  

What counts as luxury items in divorce  

Hawaii follows equitable distribution rules. This means items bought during marriage belong to both spouses, no matter who paid for them or whose name is on the papers. However, items from before marriage or those received as gifts stay with their original owner unless mixed with shared property.  

Hawaii courts look at these points when dividing luxury items:  

  • When the item was bought 
  • Who paid for it 
  • Current market worth 
  • Expert opinions on value 
  • Cost of upkeep 
  • Each person’s connection to the item 
  • Future value as an investment 

These details help judges make fair choices about who gets what.  

Ways to split luxury collections  

Hawaii offers several options to divide these special items:  

  • Getting expert opinions on value 
  • Trading items of similar worth 
  • Letting one person buy out the other’s share 
  • Selling items and splitting the money 
  • Taking turns with specific collections 
  • Making detailed lists of who owns what 

Keep all the papers about your luxury items. Save your receipts, proof of purchase and care records. These will help you prove what items are worth and who should get them 

Hawaii judges aim for fair splits that make sense for both people. They think about who helped build the collection, who can afford to keep the items and who will take good care of them. A divorce lawyer can help you get your fair share. They’ll guide you through each step and help protect your interests in these valuable assets.  

Remember, judges care most about finding fair solutions that work in real life, not just on paper. The more proof you have of your items’ worth and history, the better your chances of getting the desired outcome. 

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