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Divorce Financial Advice from a Certified Divorce Coach
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Divorce Financial Advice from a Certified Divorce Coach

No matter your level of financial literacy, going through a divorce really puts your finances under the microscope. Whether you are a stay at home parent and need to educate yourself on how to build a post-divorce budget or perhaps you are a seasoned money pro and need to understand the tax ramifications of divorce, it is ultimately your responsibility to get your bank account in order.

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Divorce in your 20’s: Five Empowering Lessons from your “Starter Marriage”
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Divorce in your 20’s: Five Empowering Lessons from your “Starter Marriage”

I was sitting alone on the bathroom floor when I realized it was over. My ex-husband had abruptly confessed to feelings of doubt and incompatibility throughout a 3-year marriage, cumulative 10-year relationship. I distinctly remember experiencing a sharp flare of shame and guilt as I thought, “You’re getting a divorce at 27? How embarrassing.”

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How do you know when your marriage is over?
Divorce, Relationships, Marriage Melissa Kalil Divorce, Relationships, Marriage Melissa Kalil

How do you know when your marriage is over?

The hardest question you may ever be faced with is “Should I stay or should I go?” If you have been unhappy for a long time, deciding whether your marriage is over may be the most difficult decision you ever make. But what becomes even more toxic is the time you spend in limbo. At a certain point there are diminishing returns on the time and energy it takes to decide whether you are packing your bags or planning for retirement together. These questions will help you gain clarity on whether your marriage is over whether another try may be worthwhile.

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