Florida 12.902(b)/(c) — Financial Affidavit Checklist
If you’re panic-searching “Florida 12.902 financial affidavit,” you’re usually trying to file (or respond) fast. This checklist helps you gather documents and avoid inconsistencies. Educational only — not legal advice.
What to gather
- Recent paystubs (and proof of other income)
- Recent tax return(s) + W‑2/1099 (if available)
- Health insurance and child-related recurring costs
- Monthly bills / statements to sanity-check expenses
- Asset/debt balances (approximate is better than blank)
Common mistakes
- Income numbers that don’t match paystubs/tax returns
- Guessing expenses without a consistent method
- Leaving assets/debts blank instead of “unknown/approx”
- Forgetting required attachments or local filing rules
Accuracy & sources
Last reviewed: 2026-01-15. This page is educational only — not legal advice.
Official sources
- Florida Courts — Financial Affidavit | 12.902(b) and (c):
https://www.flcourts.gov/Resources-Services/Court-Improvement/Family-Courts/Family-Law-Forms/Financial-Affidavit-12.902-b-and-c
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