Divorce
How Do I Build the Right Divorce Team For My High-Asset Divorce?
Complex financial issues can make an already difficult divorce process even more challenging. For this reason, assembling the right team for your high-asset divorce is one of the most important steps to take early in the divorce process. Having a trusted team of advisers around you will help you to make good decisions during the…
Read MoreBefore the Split: Pre-Divorce Tips for a Smoother Divorce Experience
In this episode of A Better Divorce, Andrea Vacca offers advice on how to prepare for a divorce in a healthy and efficient manner. Tune in to the episode as Andrea talks about: The Dos and Don’ts when preparing for a divorce. The types of coaching and guidance you should seek when preparing for a…
Read MoreFiling Taxes During and After a Divorce
Handling your tax returns can be a daunting task, and when you are filing after a divorce, the complexity increases. It is important to ensure a seamless collaboration between your divorce attorney and accountant to address current and future tax-related concerns. During the Divorce Process Collaboration between your divorce lawyer and accountant is essential during…
Read MoreWhy is January Considered Divorce Month?
With the new year comes new beginnings—the holiday decorations are packed away, the kids head back to school, and many of us are inspired to start anew. Due to these and various other factors, many couples reevaluate their relationships at the beginning of the year, resulting in a surge in divorce inquiries in January. That…
Read MoreMy Marriage is Over. What Do I Need to Do Now?
If you realize your marriage is over, but you have no idea what to do next, know that you are not alone in facing this challenging situation. This is, undoubtedly, one of the most difficult parts of the process to navigate, but taking the right steps can make the process smoother. We’ve created a checklist…
Read MorePutting Things in Perspective When Looking Back on Your Divorce with Mark Monchek
In this episode of A Better Divorce Podcast, Andrea Vacca speaks with Mark Monchek, former client and founder and Chief Opportunity Officer of Opportunity Lab, a strategy and facilitation consultancy helping mission-driven organizations grow thriving and resilient businesses. Tune in to the episode to hear about: The importance of having a positive perspective to…
Read MoreHow Your Divorce Will Affect Your Adult Children
Divorce reshapes not just the lives of a couple but the entire family, even if the children are grown. It is not unusual for a couple with grown adult children to think that their divorce won’t have a significant impact on their kids because they are no longer living in the family home. The reality…
Read MoreEnsuring Your Assets Are Properly Protected By Your Insurance During and After Divorce with Michelle Hirsch
In this episode of A Better Divorce Podcast with Andrea Vacca, we welcome guest Michelle Hirsch, Senior Vice President of Brunswick Private Client. Tune in to the episode to hear about: Common insurance-related issues that come up during times of separation concerning ownership of properties/assets. Concerns parents should have when sharing property/assets after separation. Steps…
Read MoreDivorcing with Substantial Assets? Consider a Collaborative Approach
So, you find yourself in a divorce, but it is not just any divorce—it involves the substantial assets that you and your spouse have accumulated during your marriage. Your emotions are already high, and the complexities seem overwhelming. As you navigate this challenging terrain, there are crucial steps and considerations to keep in mind. 1.…
Read MoreHoliday Planning for Divorcing Parents – Part 3: Celebrating the Holidays After the Divorce Is Final
As difficult as it may have been to reach an agreement with your ex regarding how to spend the holidays with your children after your divorce, your work as a parent to make sure your child’s holidays are happy is not finished. In Part 1 of our 3-part series on holiday planning in divorce, we…
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