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By Stacey L. Bradford
Associate Editor, SmartMoney.com


GETTING DIVORCED CAN be a daunting experience. After all, you're not only breaking up with your spouse, but you're also carving up your assets and the time you spend with your children (if you have them). With so much emotional and logistical baggage to deal with, the entire process can be lengthy and expensive. However, with just a little planning, you can avoid some of the most common -- and costly -- pitfalls that divorcing couples experience.

Here are the top five mistakes you should avoid when splitting with your husband or wife.

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