Deciding to divorce might possibly be one of the hardest decisions of your life. Let’s face it. No one gets married expecting a divorce. But at some point, versus staying stuck in a toxic and/or unfulfilling marriage, divorce becomes the better option. How do you know when it’s time to say goodbye? No one can … Read more
As a starry-eyed 9-year-old in 1970, I still remember the flurry of excitement from several of my teenage aunties over the film Love Story, starring Ryan O’Neal and Ali MacGraw. It’s long been heralded as one of the great cinematic romances, and I’ll admit—I still find myself unwittingly watching it on those lazy, “wear-my-pjs-all-day” afternoons. There’s a … Read more
It took Megan Kerrigan a mere 48 hours to drop her married name on Facebook after her cheating husband at the Coldplay concert, Andy Byron, was caught. Can you blame her? The wife of the kiss cam cheater must be incredibly devastated, humiliated, and in a lot of pain, especially since they are public figures, … Read more
Is being friends with an ex who hurt you possible? It’s a question I have researched and really studied over. The first step in answering it is asking yourself these additional questions: What kind of friendship am I looking for? What kind of conflict caused the breakup of our marriage? Who was I when I … Read more
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
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