Ever talk to yourself? Of course you do. “Why am I being so stupid?” “Why did I say that to her?” “I hope I didn’t say anything dumb.” “This dress used to be fit so much better.” “I’m old.” “I screwed up again.” Sound familiar? I bet most people engage in this kind of negative … Read more
No one wants to be in an emotionally abusive relationship, or an addictive relationship. So, why is it not so uncommon that people get into these kinds of relationships? There are many reasons, and going to therapy can help you uncover those reasons and work through them so that you can stop the behavior. But … Read more
When going through a divorce, few financial tools are as important—or as misunderstood—as the lifestyle analysis. At My Divorce Solution, we use this powerful tool to help clients move beyond vague estimates or one-sided financial assumptions, and into the realm of objective, comprehensive financial clarity. Understanding the Lifestyle Analysis A lifestyle analysis is a systematic, data-driven review of what … Read more
If I had to bet, I would say there has never been a breakup in the history of serious relationships and/or marriages, in which the couple didn’t get back together (or think about getting back together) at least one time before they got divorced. In other words, I believe that breakups in long-term relationships almost … Read more
When selling your house, capital gains tax is an issue that can cost you money or save you money. If you’ve never sold a home, or you haven’t sold a home in a long time, one thing you might not know is that the IRS allows you to exclude a portion of your profit from … Read more
My husband drinks too much (or my wife drinks too much.) Believe it or not, this is a commonly searched phrase, indicating that there are so many women (and men) who have this concern. Add an impending divorce into the mix and the spouse who is worried about excessive alcohol use and/or drinking and driving … Read more
Think about the most valuable asset you have. If you’re getting divorced, you will probably own half of it. Divorce is a scary time, especially when it comes to your assets. Stock portfolios, annuities, 401Ks, pension plans, cryptocurrency, a second home, airline miles, art and other collectibles are some examples. Then there’s your house. I … Read more
Divorce is not only an emotional and legal journey—it’s also one of the most significantfinancial transitions many people will face in their lifetime. Beyond the legalities andemotional toll, divorce most often requires separating joint financial lives that have beenintricately connected. Among the most significant of these assets is the marital home. While attorneys, mediators, and … Read more
There are multiple reasons people get divorced, and every divorce is unique. But almost always, when a couple splits up, among the reasons why is that the couple no longer has the desire to spend time together. Period. I mean, you get divorced because you want to be apart. But that’s not the case for … Read more
Do you want a life of wealth and abundance? I’m not sure one person on earth would turn that down. Well, what if I told you two things: one, you deserve a life of wealth and abundance, and two, I’m going to give you some baby steps to take that can help you achieve it. … Read more
What is a single mom? I think it can mean something different for everyone. I never planned to be a single mom, but at 34, I found myself divorced and trying to figure out how I was going to be the parent I had dreamed of being now that I was on my own. The … Read more
For many people, one of the scariest things about getting divorced is having to be much more independent. For example, I have a friend who moved right from her parent’s house into the home she shared with her husband for 30 years until they got divorced. I remember when she was going through her divorce, … Read more
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