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Egos, Sandboxes, and the Art of Playing Well With Others
The Sandbox Test Remember kindergarten? The teacher would set out a big box of sand, a few shovels, and maybe a couple of dump trucks. At first, it was pure magic—everyone digging, building castles, making roads. But it only took one kid who had to have the “best” shovel or insisted their (...)
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How Retirement Impacts Spousal Support: What Every Client Should Know
Retirement Isn’t Just About Hanging Up Your Briefcase When people think about retirement, they picture the beach, the grandkids, or finally having time for that pottery class. But if you’re divorced — or divorcing — retirement isn’t just about lifestyle changes. It can significantly affect spousal support (also known as alimony), both in (...)
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Divorce, Drive, and the Power of a Comeback: What F1 Racing Can Teach Us About Starting Over
When I walked out of the new F1 movie, I didn’t expect to be thinking about divorce - but I was. Not because the film had anything to do with family law or financial settlements, but because it captured something essential about the human spirit: the power of a comeback. (...)
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Garbage In, Garbage Out
Important Considerations When Using AI in Your Work Product as a Financial Expert
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Education Funding After a Divorce: Options and Strategies
Divorce brings with it many financial decisions, and education funding is often one of the most significant. If you’ve saved for your child’s education in a tax-advantaged account, like a 529, you may be wondering how to handle those funds now that you’re separating from your spouse. Fortunately, there are (...)
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Playing the Game of LIFE (and Love): Why Financial Goals Matter
When I was a kid, I loved the board game LIFE. You know the one—hop in a plastic car, spin the wheel, pick up a spouse and a couple of peg-sized kids, and cruise through paydays, house purchases, and surprise expenses. It felt like a cheerful, colorful version of adulthood where everything (...)
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Reconciliation and Divorce: Sometimes Love Just Needs a Coffee Break
One of the first things I tell my clients is this: Be absolutely sure your marriage is over before you go through with a divorce. I know, I know—kind of a weird thing for a divorce financial analyst to say, right? Isn't that like a hairdresser telling you not to get bangs (...)
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Budgeting for Summer Fun
As the warmer months approach, the excitement for summer activities often begins to build. Whether it's planning a beach vacation, a trip to the mountains, or simply enjoying local events with friends and children, summertime brings a wealth of opportunities for leisure and adventure. However, amidst the thrill of summer (...)
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The Surprising Connection Between Mindfulness and Money Management
When it comes to mastering our finances, we often focus on numbers, budgets, and spreadsheets. However, your mental state might also play a significant role in your financial success. This is a critical component especially when faced with a life change like divorce or navigating your finances alone for the (...)
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How to Find Financial Clarity While Moving Past a Painful Chapter
National Ex-Spouse Day, celebrated on April 14 each year, is a day to forgive ex-spouses for past hurts that come with divorce/break up and move on. Instead of bashing the ex, the special day is designed for people to think about the positive impacts from past relationships. The day is (...)
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