When you have experienced loss, particularly a spouse, it changes how you view relationships. Through great pain, you can experience strong connection and love. I had the great privilege of being with my first husband, Tommy, for ten years, married … Read More
My boyfriend and I recently bought a home together. It is the first home either of us has bought and that in itself brings with it its challenges and excitement. Still, there was another piece to it that we also … Read More
As many of you reading this may already know, under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), spousal support in California and the rest of the United States will no longer be deductible by payors or includable as income for … Read More
What’s your credit score? And why does it matter? I recently met with a banker who told me that she had to decline a loan to a small business since the credit score for the business owner was so low. … Read More
There’s been a lot of talk going on around the recent tax changes as it relates to alimony payments. These changes go into effect after the end of this year. However, there’s been much less talk about how this might … Read More
Summer weddings are upon us! Saying “I do!” is rather exciting, but all the planning leading up to it can be stressful. Before walking down the aisle, most couples choose some form of marriage preparation. Many times that involves the … Read More
Recently my Dad sent me a podcast to listen to from ‘Dear Sugars” titled The Invisible Work (Most) Women Do – With Gemma Hartley. Many of you may have heard of the term “emotional labor.” However, for those of you who … Read More
One of the hardest things anyone could ever go through is the loss of a child. It puts a strain on all aspects of your life: your identity, your career, and even your marriage. More than 90% of people who … Read More
Splitting Up Together is a new show on ABC, about a couple (Martin and Lena) who gets divorced but decides to continue living together in a sense. They have three children and the children stay in the house and the … Read More
Often the most important (and valuable) asset couples have together is their home. Deciding what to do with your home when going through a divorce can be difficult. The first decision to discuss is whether both of you agree on … Read More