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Navigating Divorce Finances With a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst
By Hazel Secco, CFP ®, CDFA ® Divorce is a complex and emotionally charged life event, encompassing not only the dissolution of a personal relationship but also significant financial implications. Navigating the financial intricacies of divorce requires expertise, and one key professional who plays a crucial role in this journey is the Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA).… Read More »Resources
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Navigating Divorce Finances: Post-Divorce Expenses To Watch Out For
Written by Hazel Secco, CFP ®, CDFA ® Key Takeaways There exists a widespread misconception regarding divorce, portraying it as a matter predominantly resolved by legal professionals such as a divorce attorney. Divorce indeed involves a legal process, where individuals file legal documents to initiate the separation. However, it’s important to recognize that divorce attorneys… Read More »Resources
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Women’s Finances After Divorce: How To Survive Financially After Divorce
By Hazel Secco, CFP ®, CDFA ® Rebuilding finances after divorce can be overwhelming. Now that the legal aspect of divorce is finally over, you might be adjusting to a new financial landscape, perhaps with child support or alimony in the mix, or dealing with a single income after having previously managed joint accounts and… Read More »Resources
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Restricted Stock Units (RSUs): How Do Restricted Stock Units Work
By Hazel Secco, CFP ®, CDFA ® This blog post discusses everything you need to know about RSUs (Restricted Stock Unit)—a seemingly simpler form of equity compensation, yet often challenging for tech professionals to navigate. Tech employees have busy schedules and they often prioritize what they are good at or what they enjoy doing. Many… Read More »Resources
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Financial Tips for Widows: Navigating a New Chapter
Losing a spouse is an emotionally tumultuous experience, and the transition into widowhood can bring unforeseen financial challenges. This reality struck home for me when my grandmother, in her early fifties, suddenly found herself widowed. With six children, she faced the stark reality of no financial safety net in place. The system was structured in such a way that all financial benefits ceased upon her husband's passing, leaving her without provisions for her financial security. This experien…
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