Welcome to the Intentional Divorce Solutions Blog

If you're navigating divorce or rebuilding your life afterward, you're in the right place. This blog offers expert advice on the financial aspects of divorce, including asset division, budgeting, retirement planning, and avoiding common financial mistakes. Our goal is to help you gain clarity, protect your future, and feel empowered as you move forward.

Whether you're just starting the divorce process or adjusting to your new normal, explore our articles for practical tips, real-life strategies, and support from professionals who understand what you're going through.

 
 
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Achieving Financial Stability in Divorce through Expert Guidance

Divorce is more than an emotional and legal battle; it's a complex financial journey. To help you navigate these financial intricacies effectively, our service integrates the expertise of a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA...

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Post-Divorce Financial Planning: Why Revisiting Your Investments Matters certified divorce financial analyst financial planning life after divorce retirement accounts in divorce

Navigating the divorce process can often feel like a turbulent, confusing, and uncertain storm. Amid the whirlwind of emotions, it's easy to overlook a critical lifeline that can guide you towards calmer waters - financial stability. Financial stability, specifically taking control of your investmen...

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Strategic Approaches to Protecting Inherited Money in Divorce certified divorce financial analyst dividing assets in a divorce inheritance in a divorce property division in divorce separate property

One of the most complex aspects of divorce is the division of assets, particularly when it comes to protecting your inherited money in divorce. Inheritance, often steeped in sentimental value and of significant financial worth, is a treasure worth guarding. The way forward is paved with knowledge, s...

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Mastering the Art of a Successful Divorce Settlement: Your Path to Financial Empowerment alimony/spousal support certified divorce financial analyst child support dividing assets in a divorce

Embarking on the path of divorce requires strategic financial planning to achieve a successful settlement. As a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), I have witnessed the transformative impact that well-informed financial decisions can have during this process.

In this blog post, we will navi...

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How to Protect Yourself When Divorcing a Narcissist: Financially and Emotionally certified divorce financial analyst financial abuse

Divorce is already one of life’s most emotionally taxing experiences, especially when dealing with a narcissistic ex . But when your spouse has narcissistic personality disorder or displays strong narcissistic traits, it becomes exponentially more complex. Narcissists are known for their manipulatio...

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A Collaborative Approach Doesn't Have to Mean a Collaborative Divorce certified divorce financial analyst collaborative divorce retirement accounts in divorce

I find it fascinating how many professionals prefer to work in isolation when we all have much to learn from each other. In addition, we can better support our clients when we work together. In the divorce world, I'm sure that some of it stems from the more common approaches to divorce used historic...

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Evaluating Your Divorce Settlement: The One Question That Matters Most alimony/spousal support budgeting certified divorce financial analyst child support dividing assets in a divorce house in a divorce

After reviewing hundreds of divorce settlement agreements as a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, I always come back to one critical question: Can you actually uphold this agreement?

It sounds simple, but you'd be surprised how many people sign divorce settlements they can't realistically maintai...

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Making Smart Financial Decisions During Divorce (Even When You Have No Idea Where to Start) certified divorce financial analyst financial coaching preparing for divorce

Not long ago, I sat with a woman who was terrified.

Her divorce was underway, and for the first time in her marriage, she was staring down a stack of financial documents she didn't recognize. Her husband had always handled the money. Now she was being asked to make decisions that would shape the re...

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What Is a Financial Advisor for Divorce — and Why Does It Matter in Ohio?

Going through a divorce in Ohio is one of the most financially complex experiences you'll ever face. Between Ohio's equitable distribution laws, the division of retirement accounts, pension plans, and determining spousal su

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Starting Over Financially After Divorce: A Practical Guide for Women Ready to Rebuild certified divorce financial analyst financial coaching financial planning life after divorce

Divorce changes so many parts of life, including your financial world. Whether you initiated the divorce or not, adjusting to new expenses, new responsibilities, and a new vision for your life can feel overwhelming. The good news is that you can rebuild. You can regain clarity. And you can create a ...

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How to Prepare for Divorce: Divorce Advice for Stay-At-Home Moms alimony/spousal support certified divorce financial analyst child support divorce coach preparing for divorce

Preparing for an impending divorce is more than just picking up the phone and calling an attorney. There are the emotional aspects, financial, legal, and, of course, there are parenting issues. It means figuring out what life is going to look like when it's all said and done and includes preparing y...

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How to Protect TSP in Divorce: Clearing Up Misconceptions About Thrift Savings Plans certified divorce financial analyst dividing assets in a divorce property division in divorce retirement accounts in divorce

Let's start with the basics. When it comes to retirement accounts, there is a wide array of options available - from the popular IRAs, ROTH IRAs, and 401(K)s, to numerous other lesser-known plans. With so many choices, it can be overwhelming for individuals who are not dealing with them on a daily...

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