Financial Planning (budgeting, investing, preparing for life after divorce)

Navigate the complex financial aspects of divorce. Financial planning. Tips & strategies for budgeting, investing, managing debt, and preparing for life after divorce, so you can make informed decisions and ensure a stable financial future.

What the “One Big Beautiful Bill” Act May Mean for Divorced or Divorcing Californians

August 13, 2025 by Rachel Vanni

If you’re navigating a divorce or are already divorced, the new One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Act introduces changes that could directly affect your financial arrangements—especially concerning child support and taxes. At West Coast Family Mediation, we’re committed to helping … Read More

Blogs by Amanda | Divorce Mediation | Financial Planning | San Diego

Spousal Support in San Diego in 2025- FAQ

August 1, 2025 by amanda

If you’re going through a divorce, there are a few topics that can get contentious. One of those issues is regarding the calculation of spousal support in San Diego. This article provides answers to several frequently asked questions about spousal … Read More

Blogs by Ahsha | Financial Planning

Post-Divorce Budget: Preparing for Life After Separation

May 19, 2025 by Rachel Vanni

By Ahsha Mootz Going through a divorce brings practical changes, especially when it comes to your finances. One of the most important steps you can take during mediation is to prepare for what your financial life will look like after … Read More

Blogs by Amanda | Financial Planning

How Much Does It Cost to Work with a CDFA® Professional?

December 5, 2024 by Rachel Vanni

I think people should really be asking how much it costs me if I don’t work with a CDFA® professional, but I know that cost is important as you’re going through a divorce and that this question might be more … Read More

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Blogs by Amanda | Divorce Mediation | Financial Planning

Business Owners and Divorce: What You Should Know

December 14, 2023 by amanda

As a professional family law mediator who is also an attorney and a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA®), I have worked with many couples over the years who are business owners. If you are a business owner and going through … Read More

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Divorce Mediation | Financial Planning

College Expenses in Divorce Financial Mediation: A Crucial Consideration

September 28, 2023 by amanda

Divorce is a complex and emotionally challenging process, often entailing a myriad of financial decisions. Amidst the division of assets and determination of spousal support, one crucial aspect that shouldn’t be overlooked is the consideration of college expenses in divorce. … Read More

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Blogs by Amanda | Divorce Mediation | Financial Planning

15 Critical Financial Mistakes in Divorce

August 29, 2023 by amanda

As we’ve discussed often in our blogs on divorce and financial planning, it’s so important to make sure that you’re thinking about and getting advice related to financial issues, in order to avoid critical financial mistakes in divorce. Today I … Read More

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Blogs by Amanda | Divorce Mediation | Financial Planning

Understanding Divorce and Financial Planning

August 15, 2023 by amanda

Watch Time: 2 min 25 secs When you’re going through a divorce it can be a scary time, and one of the places that I find people are most scared about is their finances. Now, some people come into their … Read More

Blogs by Amanda | Financial Planning

Uncoupled: A Mediator’s Analysis

August 25, 2022 by amanda

I’ve been watching Uncoupled on Netflix, and besides really enjoying a new show with Neil Patrick Harris (I mean, who doesn’t love him??), my divorce mediator brain doesn’t just shut off at night. It got me thinking about couples who … Read More

Blogs by Amanda | Financial Planning

Tips for Parents who Alternate Child Tax Benefits

March 8, 2022 by amanda

Many divorced parents, especially those with only one claimable child, often alternate which parent is entitled to claim them dependent on their taxes. This, however, can cause issues with the IRS, and there are some essential things to know before … Read More

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