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Don’t Let Divorce Scare You: 5 Ways to Take the Fear Out of Finances
October is a season of spooky movies, haunted houses, and jack-o’-lanterns, but when you’re going through a divorce, the scariest thing of all can be your finances. From splitting assets to budgeting for a new life, money fears can feel overwhelming. The good news? With the right guidance and preparation, you can replace financial fright with confidence.

Kimberly Surber
Sep 243 min read


Back-to-School, Back to Budgeting: Financial Planning for Divorced Parents
September marks more than the end of summer - it’s also the season of back-to-school expenses. For divorced parents, this time of year often brings unique financial challenges. From school supplies and clothing to extracurricular activities and after-school care, these costs can add up quickly. Without clear planning, they can also become a source of stress or conflict.

Kimberly Surber
Aug 252 min read


5 Smart Money Moves to Make Before Year-End If You’re Divorcing
When you hear the word “divorce,” what comes to mind? For many, it’s conflict, courtroom battles, and financial stress. But divorce doesn’t have to be a war. Collaborative Divorce offers a different approach, one that’s respectful, private, and solution-focused.

Kimberly Surber
Jul 283 min read


Divorce Mediation: What to Expect
When you hear the word “divorce,” what comes to mind? For many, it’s conflict, courtroom battles, and financial stress. But divorce doesn’t have to be a war. Collaborative Divorce offers a different approach, one that’s respectful, private, and solution-focused.

Kimberly Surber
Jun 253 min read


The Importance of Post-Divorce Financial Planning
Divorce is a challenging process, and one of the most significant aspects to address is the division of real estate assets.

Kimberly Surber
Apr 232 min read


Real Estate and Divorce: Here is What You Need to Know
Divorce is a challenging process, and one of the most significant aspects to address is the division of real estate assets.

Kimberly Surber
Mar 233 min read


The Importance of Post-Divorce Financial Planning
The Importance of Post-Divorce Financial Planning Divorce is one of the most challenging life transitions, and while the legal process...

Kimberly Surber
Feb 272 min read


Why Working with a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA®) is Essential During Divorce
Divorce is one of life’s most challenging transitions. Beyond the emotional toll, navigating the financial complexities can feel overwhelmin

Kimberly Surber
Jan 283 min read


Dating During Divorce
Rejected, hurt, disappointed, betrayed; these are some of the worst feelings one can ever imagine; all felt when you are going through...

Kimberly Surber
Dec 30, 20245 min read


Things Women Need To Stop Feeling Guilty About
Things Women Need To Stop Feeling Guilty About It's human nature to feel bad if you think that you let someone down or made them upset. ...

Kimberly Surber
Nov 26, 20247 min read


Timing is Everything in Divorce
Divorce does not happen overnight. Just as you don’t jump into marriage to make it right, getting out of it should also be a well-thought

Kimberly Surber
Oct 30, 20245 min read


Contemplating Divorce? 7 Important Questions To Consider
Contemplating Divorce? 7 Important Questions To Consider As you contemplate divorce, there are 7 important questions you should...

Kimberly Surber
Sep 23, 20244 min read


Prepare For Your Divorce Trial
Going through a divorce can weaken you financially and exhaust you emotionally. Divorce is one of the most profoundly painful and life-alte

Kimberly Surber
Aug 27, 20247 min read


Divorce And The Stay-At-Home Spouse
Often, the decision to have the spouse stay at home is made consciously by a couple. This decision is dictated by several factors...

Kimberly Surber
Jul 29, 20246 min read


Rebound Relationships and Divorce
What is a Rebound Relationship? The end of a marriage is rough. Spending many years with someone, then suddenly finding yourself divorced...

Kimberly Surber
Jun 28, 20245 min read


How Much Alimony Is Enough?
How Much Alimony Is Enough? When a marriage ends, most divorcing couples acknowledge that a certain amount of spousal maintenance or...

Kimberly Surber
May 29, 20244 min read


How to Prepare for Your Divorce Trial and How to Testify in Court
How to Prepare for Your Divorce Trial and How to Testify in Court Going through a divorce can weaken you financially and exhaust you...

Kimberly Surber
Apr 25, 20247 min read


Handling Expenses While Divorcing
Handling Expenses While Divorcing In the chaos that often accompanies the process of divorce, one aspect often takes the back burner -...

Kimberly Surber
Feb 26, 20247 min read


Social Security and Divorce
Social Security and Divorce Divorce can be a stressful and scary process and it is important to understand how your finances will be...

Kimberly Surber
Jan 25, 20245 min read


Moving Out During Divorce
Relocating, for whatever reason, is complicated enough as it is. However, the steps you take and the choices you make, when moving during a

Kimberly Surber
Dec 27, 20233 min read