collaborative divorce

What Are the Most Important Things in Your Divorce… to You?

When you define your financial, emotional, and relational priorities from the start, you can make better decisions about which divorce process to choose, the overall settlement agreement you create, and identify what’s most needed for you long-term. When people first...

Why a CDFA® Matters: Welcome To The New Public CDFA® Website

Divorce is not only an emotional process. It is also one of the largest financial transitions you will ever face. The new public platform CDFA.com helps people understand the financial side of divorce and connect with Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® professionals...

Financial Problem Solving in a Divorce: Turning Chaos Into a Plan

Divorce is rarely just a legal problem. It is a financial one that affects the rest of your life. Financial problem-solving in divorce means stepping back, clarifying what a “successful” outcome looks like for you, choosing the right process, and systematically...

Divorce Financial Mistakes People Are Still Making (and How to Avoid Them)

Divorce can create long-term financial damage if you rush decisions or overlook key details. By understanding your options, paying attention to taxes and asset values, and getting the right professional guidance, you can avoid costly mistakes and protect your...

Preparing for Divorce in 2026: Key Financial Steps to Take

If you’re considering divorce, or will be going through a divorce in 2026, don’t do it alone. Build a team of trained professionals, gather key financial documents early, and understand your legal options before you act. With recent changes in tax laws and new savings...

When Would You Need a QDRO?

A Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) is a legal document required to divide certain employer-sponsored retirement accounts during divorce. Use of a QDRO avoids triggering taxes or penalties. Military Pensions, Federal Pensions, and other government retirement...

Is Divorce Worse Than Death?

Divorce and death are both among life’s most traumatic experiences, and while they share similarities in emotional and financial impact, divorce brings its own unique challenges. Concerns about long term financial stability often intensifies the level of worry....

5 Tips for Budgeting After a Divorce

The word budget can feel restrictive, but really it is a roadmap for your income and expenses. After a divorce, creating a strong financial plan is one of the most important steps you can take. The first year or two will bring a lot of changes, and how you prepare...

Top 5 Early Mistakes to Avoid in a Military Divorce

A military divorce has unique challenges, and rushing in can lead to costly mistakes. Before making any big decisions, take time to get informed. Consult free legal help through the JAG, speak with experienced professionals, explore all your divorce process options,...

Going Through Divorce as a Business Owner

If you own your own business, the divorce process has an entirely different layer of added complexity. You are not just dividing up the house or negotiating time-sharing, you are dealing with an asset that may be the primary source of income for your family, your...
Military Divorce: How Can I Keep My Dignity?

Military Divorce: How Can I Keep My Dignity?

Divorce is always a challenging journey. For those in the military or married to someone in the military, divorce comes with its own set of unique considerations. Here are some tips to help military families navigate the divorce process with respect, open...

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Divorce: What About The House?

Divorce: What About The House?

One of the most important decisions in a divorce is how to handle the house. For many couples this is the biggest asset in their family’s estate.  But before any decisions can be made it is important to gather a significant amount of background information.  This...

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Collaborative Divorce

Collaborative Divorce

The unthinkable has happened- you or your spouse decided to pursue a divorce. Now what? It’s time for a long, contentious slog in court with fighting, bickering, and hefty fees, right?

What if there was another way – private, non-adversarial, potentially less costly, and much better for your family as a whole? Going to court is not the only way to get through a divorce. In fact, there are a few ways to avoid costly court divorces. Let’s take a look at one of them – the Collaborative Divorce Process to see if it’s a right fit for you.

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Five Questions To Ask Your “Potential” Divorce Attorney

Five Questions To Ask Your “Potential” Divorce Attorney

If you haven’t had the opportunity to watch the 2015 documentary “Divorce Corp.”, which is available on Netflix, take the time soon to do that.  It’s a frightening look at the corruption, collusion, and abuse that sometimes happens in the Family Court system.  After you see it you’ll wonder, how does a person protect themselves and know if their Attorney is one of the “good ones”?

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The Most Important Priorities In Your Divorce

Identify Your Priorities, Before Having Any Discussion With Your Spouse

Knowing your priorities will help you be confident in what to ask for, and what you can live without.

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