Blogs/Vlogs
THE ABC’s of CPA’s
Q: I’m recently divorced, and I don't know the first thing about taxes (except that they are not my favorite). Should I hire a CPA? A: As Albert Einstein said: “The hardest thing in the world to understand is the income tax.” And he was, you know, Einstein. Income...
The 411 on 529 Plans
Q: My ex and I are nearing the finish line on our divorce and are in agreement on just about everything, except for how to handle our son’s 529 plan. I want to know what I’m talking about when we discuss this again—can you give me the high points? A: First, congrats...
Tips for the First-Time Investor
Q: I’ve never invested before, but I’ve been told it can be a really smart move, especially for someone in my financial situation (I was given a lump-sum payout in the divorce). Watching the market really makes me anxious, though—how can I invest without driving...
Divorce After Forty: Four Steps to Thriving in Your New Life
by Melissa Provence I have never really liked the sound of that phrase ”coping with divorce”… like it is a chronic illness one never escapes. There is no doubt, divorce is tough and the road to recovering can take time. When I divorced in my forties it took me...
5 Life Changing Lessons We Learn After Divorce
by Melissa Provence No one gets married thinking they will get divorced and if it happens to you, it can be an eye-opening event. Even if you have come to grips that divorce is the best option for you and your spouse, it is still heart-breaking. Most people can...
Moving On From Divorce
by Melissa Provence Rarely is anyone ever prepared for divorce and the emotions that go with it. I would compare it to l trying to stay afloat in a sea of anger, heartbreak, and loneliness. Your life raft has a hole in it and the sharks are beginning to circle....
How to Stop “Wining”, After Divorce
Written by Author and Life Coach, Angela Aja I have always loved food and cooking. I was raised to be a “foodie” before being a “foodie” was even a thing. Something was stirring inside of me. Raising four kids had been a full time job. All of the kids were in...
Co-Parenting with a Narcissist
So, you are now divorced to someone you believe is a narcissist, and you have to co-parent with him? This is tough. We understand!! We have felt the same way. What Is A Narcissist? A diagnosis of Narcissistic Personality Disorder can only be given by a...
Having issues with your QDRO?
Were you awarded your ex-husband’s retirement plan or pension plan? If so, that is great. However, being awarded the plan is the first step. The next step is working through the process of claiming these awarded assets and placing them in your name. A Qualified...
Post Divorce Head Noise
It is normal to feel unsure of the decisions you make after you walk through an experience like divorce. We understand. We have walked through this ourselves and helped many clients do the same. There is hope – it gets better.