This year, the theme for International Women’s Day on 8 March is #EmbraceEquity. But what does this mean for your divorce? In this deep dive, we’ll look at what equity is, how it compares with equality, and how it can feature in your divorce journey. What is equity?...
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How to get ready to negotiate money in divorce
Money’s just money right? It doesn’t buy you happiness. It doesn’t really indicate your value. It’s good not to want or need it. Well, all of these things are true, to a point. But the fact is, having enough money makes your life a whole lot easier. And many women...
Your essential guide to divorce when money is tight
Around this time of year the papers run a story about ‘Blue Monday’: how the combination of winter weather, Christmas forgotten and the credit card bill means it’s the most depressing day of the year. Of course, it’s complete nonsense, there’s no mathematical formula...
The 2 ways your high conflict ex will try and control your financial settlement
When it comes to high conflict spouses, money is often a huge issue. And it’s not even about money, it’s about control. In this blog I share two of the most common ways your high conflict ex will try and control your financial settlement, and what you can do about it.
Taking Charge of Your Divorce Finances When You Have Ill Health
Money and divorce: a combination that gives most people a few additional grey hairs. Knowing what you have, what you don’t and coming to a settlement that feels fair can be seriously hard work. And, unfortunately, it’s even harder if you have ill health. For one...
What to do if money’s holding you back from divorce
With the cost of living crisis, I see many people putting off divorce because it’s an additional expense. And that’s totally understandable. However, all the months you delay your divorce you are also delaying getting on with the life you want to live. So it makes...
Why are women losing out when it comes to wealth? And what can we do about it?
This very special guest blog comes from financial expert Poppy Fox. Poppy is an Investment Director at wealth management firm Quilter Cheviot, and as well as being an authority in all things wealth, is an all-round fabulous woman. In this blog, she shares the many...
5 lessons you can learn from business about divorce finances
On this blog we look at 5 lessons to learn from business finance in your divorce. Find out how to channel your inner CFO (Chief Finance Officer) and get the financial arrangement you need.