Massachusetts Property Division Estimator

This tool provides estimates only — not legal advice. Massachusetts courts have broad discretion under M.G.L. Ch. 208 §34 and weigh many factors specific to your case. This estimator is a starting framework for understanding equitable distribution principles — not a prediction of what a court will award. For advice on your situation, schedule a consultation.

Your Marriage

Assets & Debts

Your Estimate

Marriage Details

Length of Marriage

Years married

Additional months (optional) E.g. 12 years and 4 months

Annual Income

Your gross annual income

Before taxes. Include salary, self-employment, rental income.

Spouse's gross annual income

Children & Caregiving

Do you have minor children together?

Yes

Who is the primary caregiver?

Primarily me

Shared equally

Primarily my spouse

Primary Role During Marriage

Which best describes your primary role?

Primary earner

Equal contributor

Primary homemaker

Massachusetts courts give significant weight to homemaking and caregiving as economic contributions.

Marital Assets — Acquired During the Marriage

Enter the current estimated value of assets acquired during the marriage. Leave blank if not applicable.

Real Estate

Family home — estimated value

Remaining mortgage balance

Other real estate — net equity

Financial Accounts

Bank & savings accounts (combined)

Investment & brokerage accounts

Retirement Accounts

Your retirement accounts (401k, IRA, pension)

Only the portion accrued during the marriage.

Spouse's retirement accounts

Only the portion accrued during the marriage.

Other Assets

Vehicles (combined value)

Business interests

Other marital assets

Marital Debts

Debts incurred during the marriage that are not already reflected above (e.g. mortgage is already deducted from home value).

Credit card debt (combined)

Other marital debts (loans, HELOC, etc.)

Separate Property — Brought Into or Received During Marriage

In Massachusetts, courts can technically divide all property — but assets owned before the marriage, or received as gifts or inheritances, are typically weighted back toward the original owner. Enter approximate totals below.

Your separate property (pre-marital + gifts/inheritances)

Spouse's separate property (pre-marital + gifts/inheritances)

Massachusetts Property Division Estimator

Marriage Details

Marital Assets — Acquired During the Marriage

Marital Debts

Separate Property — Brought Into or Received During Marriage

Your Property Division Estimate

Separate Property — Not Included Above

Questions About Your Property Division?

Massachusetts Property Division Estimator

Marriage Details

Marital Assets — Acquired During the Marriage

Marital Debts

Separate Property — Brought Into or Received During Marriage

Your Property Division Estimate

Separate Property — Not Included Above

Learn More About Property Division in Massachusetts

How Massachusetts Divides Property in a Divorce

What Happens to the Family Home in a Massachusetts Divorce?

Dividing Retirement Accounts in Divorce: What Is a QDRO?

Questions About Your Property Division?