Anyone who has gone through a divorce knows how emotionally challenging and financially complex it can be. While attorneys handle the legal aspects, a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® focuses specifically on the financial implications of divorce. This specialized designation equips professionals with the expertise to guide clients through the intricate financial aspects of divorce proceedings, ensuring better outcomes for their financial future.
Anna Marie Mock, a fee-only certified financial planner at Highland Financial Advisors, discusses the dynamic interplay between art and science in financial planning. Drawing inspiration from Leonardo da Vinci's philosophy that "everything connects to everything else," she emphasizes that financial planning is an art involving subjective goal-setting and a science-driven by objective analysis tools. In this video, Anna explains how the scientific method can be applied to financial planning, using equity compensation as a concrete example.
What are your thoughts, feelings, and beliefs about money? What about your partner, and do they differ from your own? Sometimes, the conflict we experience around money in our personal lives can be attributed to incongruent money scripts with those with whom we share finances. Let’s dive into the term money script and how understanding it can help us achieve our financial goals.
In talking with clients about the benefits their employer provides during the open enrollment season, one often overlooked benefit if clients have dependents is the Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are not only a savvy investment option but also offer numerous benefits, especially for high-net-worth families. An HSA is a tax-advantaged savings account designed for individuals with high-deductible health plans (HDHPs) to help cover out-of-pocket medical expenses. While the utility of HSAs is universal, they hold advantages for high-net-worth families and have steadily grown in popularity since their inception.
Anyone who has gone through a divorce knows how emotionally challenging and financially complex it can be. While attorneys handle the legal aspects, a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® focuses specifically on the financial implications of divorce. This specialized designation equips professionals with the expertise to guide clients through the intricate financial aspects of divorce proceedings, ensuring better outcomes for their financial future.
Deciding whether to keep the marital home after a divorce is one of the most significant financial and emotional decisions newly independent women face. While it may seem logical to hold onto the house, there are numerous factors to consider—financial feasibility, practical living conditions, and the emotional impact on you and your children.
Discover the hidden financial dangers many newly independent women face after divorce. In this video, Certified Financial Planner™ Joe Goldy shares three vital strategies to prevent overspending, manage your finances, and secure your future. From creating a "fun money" account to working with a CFP®, learn how to navigate your new financial landscape confidently. Don't miss out on these expert tips—subscribe for more insights!
Many people find themselves at a career crossroads in the aftermath of divorce. As a career coach specializing in helping women navigate this transition at her firm, Next Stage Career Success, Shauna Licciardi has seen the transformative power of rediscovering one's purpose. From her experience as a human resources director and career coach, Shauna explains the importance of finding your "why" when charting your next career move post-divorce.
Going through a divorce can be an incredibly stressful and emotionally draining experience. In addition to dealing with the end of a marriage, there are practical and financial implications to navigate. One potential pitfall many divorcees find themselves in is overspending to cope with the changes and upheaval in their lives.
In this installment of our video series on financial planning for newly independent women, we delve into updating beneficiaries across key financial documents and accounts. Whether you are navigating the aftermath of a divorce or coping with the recent loss of a spouse, it is essential to review and revise your estate documents, life insurance policies, and investment accounts to reflect your new circumstances. Additionally, we'll explore health insurance options that are available to you during this transition. These steps ensure your financial future is secure and your assets are distributed according to your wishes.
In our series on empowering newly Independent Women to achieve financial security, we delve into the often underestimated importance of organizing financial documents. Join Joe Goldy as he uncovers the three significant benefits of maintaining well-organized financial records, offering insights into financial transparency, legal compliance, and emotional closure. Discover how this simple yet powerful practice can advance financial Independence and peace of mind.
