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Most people going through divorce build their team the same way: hire an attorney, trust the process, figure out the rest as they go.

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Most people walk into divorce mediation hoping it works out.

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You've added up your monthly expenses. You think you know what you'll need post-divorce.

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Here's a question I get at least twice a week: \"Should I close our joint bank accounts now that we're divorcing?\"

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Most people walk into my office convinced they know their monthly expenses. They've looked at their bank statements, maybe built a spreadsheet. They're certain they can make it work post-divorce.

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Mediation sounds like the reasonable path forward when you're getting divorced.

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I can tell when someone's nervous on our first call together.

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You've made the decision. You're getting divorced. But between now and when your settlement is finalized, there's a window of vulnerability most people don't see coming—and some spouses exploit it ruthlessly.

","url":"https://lylacdivorce.com/blog-articles/f/three-red-flags-your-spouse-might-be-wasting-marital-assets","title":"Three Red Flags Your Spouse Might Be Wasting Marital Assets","date_modified":"2026-02-12T11:00:00Z"},{"id":"monthly-alimony-vs-lump-sum-how-to-choose-whats-right","html_content":"

One of the most common questions I get from clients going through divorce is this: \"Should I take my alimony as monthly payments or ask for one big lump sum instead?\"

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You're staring at your settlement proposal. The math adds up to 50-50. Your attorney says it's fair. So why does something feel off?

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You've spent months negotiating your divorce settlement. The numbers finally look fair on paper. Your attorney says you're getting your share. You're ready to sign and move forward.

","url":"https://lylacdivorce.com/blog-articles/f/3-tax-bombs-hiding-in-your-divorce-settlement","title":"3 Tax Bombs Hiding in Your Divorce Settlement","date_modified":"2026-01-22T11:00:00Z"},{"id":"when-your-attorney-needs-backup-why-you-need-a-cdfa","html_content":"

Look, I'm going to be straight with you about something most people don't realize until it's too late.

","url":"https://lylacdivorce.com/blog-articles/f/when-your-attorney-needs-backup-why-you-need-a-cdfa","title":"When Your Attorney Needs Backup: Why You Need a CDFA","date_modified":"2026-01-15T11:00:00Z"},{"id":"the-simple-system-for-tracking-divorce-decisions","html_content":"

Divorce brain is real.

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Why every assumption in your retirement plan became obsolete the moment you separated households—and what to rebuild first

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Why these three documents matter more than anything else you'll gather—and how to protect them before your spouse knows you're filing

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The counterintuitive truth about spousal support that could change how you negotiate your divorce settlement

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You've negotiated your settlement. You know what assets you're keeping, what your spousal support looks like, and how the retirement accounts will split.

","url":"https://lylacdivorce.com/blog-articles/f/3-expense-categories-that-blindside-people-after-divorce","title":"3 Expense Categories That Blindside People After Divorce","date_modified":"2025-12-11T11:00:00Z"},{"id":"equal-split-doesnt-always-mean-equal-value-in-divorce","html_content":"

A 50/50 divorce settlement on paper can be a 70/30 outcome in real life.

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Let me tell you why most post-divorce budgets crash and burn within the first few months.

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Let me be straight with you about something: I've seen too many people walk away from their divorce thinking they're done with the hard part, only to discover years later that their retirement account division was comple...

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Here's something that catches a lot of parents off guard during divorce: those state child support calculators everyone relies on? They're giving you about half the picture.

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IMPORTANT NOTE: Spousal support laws vary significantly by state. The factors discussed in this article are general principles that apply in many jurisdictions, but the specific rules, formulas, duration limits, and calc...

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Here's what nobody tells you about divorce mediation: it fails most often when couples can't agree on financial terms—not because they're being unreasonable, but because they don't understand what their settlement option...

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As a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, I've worked with people going through all three types of divorce: litigation, mediation, and collaborative divorce.

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Look, if you're going through a divorce and one of you owns a business, I need to tell you something: business valuation is where I see the biggest financial mistakes happen as a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst.

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Look, I get it. You're going through a divorce, and the last thing you want to think about is whether your spouse is hiding money from you. You'd rather believe that even though your marriage is ending, you can at least ...

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Look, I get it. When you're going through a divorce, the last thing you want to think about is diving into financial paperwork and property classifications. You're already emotionally exhausted, and now you have to becom...

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Here's something that might make you feel a little better about your divorce: you could be entitled to Social Security benefits based on your ex-spouse's earnings. And the best part? It doesn't affect their benefits or t...

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I need to tell you something that might surprise you: Your divorce attorney probably doesn't understand your executive compensation package. And honestly? That's not their fault.

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Look, I get it. You're dealing with the emotional chaos of divorce, and the last thing you want to think about is credit scores and loan paperwork. But trust me on this one—ignoring your joint debt situation now could co...

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Look, divorce is expensive enough without making it worse with preventable financial mistakes. And trust me, most people make at least a few of them.

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One of the most significant financial decisions you'll face during or after divorce involves housing: Should you keep the marital home, rent something new, or buy a different property? Like choosing the right school for ...

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The start of a new school year brings fresh goals and renewed motivation, making August the perfect time to establish your post-divorce financial objectives. Just as students set academic goals for the year ahead, you ca...

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Just as students receive report cards to track their academic progress, your credit report serves as your financial report card. After divorce, many people discover their credit has been damaged by joint debts, missed pa...

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August brings the familiar rhythm of back-to-school preparation, but as a newly single parent, this season presents unique financial challenges and opportunities. From managing immediate school expenses to planning for y...

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Starting over financially after divorce can feel overwhelming, but creating a realistic budget is your first step toward financial independence and peace of mind. Just like students prepare for a new school year with fre...

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I hear this fear regularly: \"I can't afford to get divorced.\"

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I need to share something that happens more often than it should.

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Let me guess what you've heard about alimony: It's automatic, it lasts forever, and the amounts are crushing.

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You've heard it a thousand times: \"She'll get half of everything.\"

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You're getting divorced. Now you need to figure out how.

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Let's talk about the hardest part of divorce: telling your kids.

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So you've decided collaborative divorce might be right for you. Smart choice. Now you're probably wondering: what actually happens next?

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Let's get straight to the point: divorce doesn't have to be a war.

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At Lylac Divorce Solutions, we've observed that the relationship between clients and their legal representatives significantly impacts both the emotional experience of divorce and the ultimate outcome. Understanding how ...

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When divorce looms, few aspects create more immediate anxiety than finances. At Lylac Divorce Solutions, we guide clients through this challenging transition—from the first moments of separation to establishing long-ter...

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When marriages end, parenting relationships must endure. At Lylac Divorce Solutions, we've guided parents through one of the most challenging aspects of divorce: maintaining a stable environment for children while naviga...

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The emotional landscape of divorce can feel like navigating through a hurricane—unpredictable, overwhelming, and at times, devastating. At Lylac Divorce Solutions, we've witnessed firsthand how emotional turbulence can i...

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When divorce looms on the horizon, the paperwork can feel as overwhelming as the emotions. Yet gathering the right documents early in the process can save you thousands of dollars, countless hours, and immeasurable stres...

","url":"https://lylacdivorce.com/blog-articles/f/the-divorce-compass-essential-legal-documents-you-need-to-gather","title":"The Divorce Compass: Essential Legal Documents You Need to Gather","date_modified":"2025-05-01T22:59:12Z"},{"id":"essential-post-divorce-financial-tasks-you-shouldnt-delay","html_content":"

Finalizing your divorce is a significant milestone, but it's just the beginning of establishing your new financial independence. Addressing these critical administrative tasks promptly can help you avoid complications an...

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