Don't Screw up Divorce

FMD Wealth Advisors

Don't Screw up Divorce with FMD Wealth Advisors helps you understand the complex financial terms, decisions, and thought process of managing Divorce and the money involved in the best way possible, no matter the situation you're in. Taking the big concepts and making them easy and comprehendible for you. Start listening now to get the Divorce and financial advice you deserve.

Episodes

  1. 4d ago

    The Complexities of High Net Worth Divorces and the Importance of Financial Planning

    The podcast discusses the complexities of high net worth divorces and the importance of financial planning in addition to legal representation. It emphasizes the need for early involvement of a financial advisor or certified divorce financial analyst to ensure a favorable long-term financial outcome. Takeaways Financial planning is crucial in high net worth divorcesEarly involvement of a financial advisor is essential for a favorable long-term financial outcome Chapters 00:00 The Complexity of High Net Worth Divorces09:49 Tax Implications and Settlement Structuring16:27 The Definition of Winning in Divorce Visit Fmdwealth.com for more info OR click HERE to schedule a call.

    23 min

  2. May 26

    The Pre-divorce, High-Asset, Financial Checklist a Spouse Should Consider Before Filing for Divorce

    The podcast episode discusses the pre-divorce financial checklist that every high-asset spouse should consider before filing for divorce. It covers topics such as taking a full inventory of assets, proving pre-marital assets, managing debt and accounts, understanding household cash flow, building the necessary team for a high-asset divorce, and the importance of quiet preparation and avoiding common mistakes. Takeaways Pre-divorce financial checklistBuilding a team for high-asset divorce Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Topic05:18 Proving Pre-Marital Assets12:50 Building the Necessary Team Visit Fmdwealth.com for more info OR click HERE to schedule a call.

    20 min

  3. May 19

    The Intricacies of New York's Maintenance Cap and its Impact on Divorce Settlements

    The podcast episode discusses the intricacies of New York's maintenance cap and its impact on divorce settlements. It covers the calculation, application, and implications of the maintenance cap, as well as the considerations for standard of living, income, tax, duration, financial modeling, negotiation, and client questions. Takeaways Understanding the maintenance cap is essential for building a settlement that holds up over the next decade or more.Maintenance negotiation should be based on a full financial picture, not just a single number on a page. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Title06:50 Income Considerations for Maintenance11:56 Financial Modeling and Negotiation of Maintenance Visit Fmdwealth.com for more info OR click HERE to schedule a call.

    18 min

  4. May 12

    The Concept of Market Downturns as Opportunities and the Strategy of Dollar Cost Averaging

    The podcast episode discusses the concept of market downturns as opportunities and the strategy of dollar cost averaging. It explores the emotional reality of investing in a down market, the real cost of pausing investments, the failure of market timing, and the power of dollar cost averaging. It also delves into reframing mindset around market volatility and provides practical steps to stay the course, emphasizing the opportunity within market downturns. Takeaways Market Downturns as OpportunitiesDollar Cost Averaging Chapters 00:00 Understanding Market Downturns08:45 The Real Cost of Pausing Investments16:31 Practical Steps to Stay the Course

    21 min

  5. May 5

    Why the "Hard-Stop" Retirement is Losing Its Appeal

    The podcast discusses the decline of hard stop retirement, the evolution of retirement planning, the changing nature of work, forces driving the gray zone, benefits of partial retirement, the growing practicality of partial retirement, the gray zone as a legitimate path, variety in the gray zone, financial considerations for the gray zone, healthcare and cash flow planning, tax planning for the self-employed gray zone, and intentional design of the gray zone. Takeaways Partial retirement offers financial flexibility and a gradual transition to a new chapter.The gray zone is a legitimate and financially superior path for retirement.

    13 min

  6. Apr 28

    Tips For a Cheap DIvorce

    The podcast episode discusses 10 tips for navigating a divorce affordably and with ease. It covers the cost of divorce, choosing the right process, open communication, do-it-yourself divorce, mediation vs. litigation, dividing assets, child custody and support, legal resources for affordable divorce, common mistakes to avoid, and financial planning after divorce. Takeaways Cost of divorceChoosing the right divorce processOpen communicationDo-it-yourself divorceMediation vs. litigationDividing assetsChild custody and supportLegal resources for affordable divorceCommon mistakes to avoidFinancial planning after divorce

    14 min

  7. Apr 21

    Financial Steps to Reduce Stress in Divorce

    The podcast episode discusses the financial aspects of navigating divorce, emphasizing the importance of professional support and practical actions to reduce uncertainty. It covers the role of a CDFA, legal guidance, managing credit and joint accounts, creating a clear budget, building a financial roadmap, addressing key financial issues, and transitioning post-divorce with the help of professional financial support. Takeaways Financial planning during divorceImportance of professional support

    10 min

  8. Apr 14

    Divorce in New York

    Navigating the divorce process in New York involves understanding the factors that influence the duration of the case, the differences between contested and uncontested divorces, the role of mediation and arbitration, common delays, and resources available for support. Preparation, proactive steps, and seeking professional guidance can expedite the divorce process and reduce emotional and financial strain. Takeaways Factors influencing divorce durationDifferences between contested and uncontested divorces

    16 min

  9. Apr 7

    Why the Financial News is Against You.

    The episode discusses the negative impact of the financial news cycle on long-term investors, emphasizing the need for intentional consumption and informed decision-making. It highlights the dangers of reacting to news and the keys to long-term investing success. Takeaways Financial news can create anxiety for long-term investors.Intentional consumption and informed decision-making are crucial for long-term investing success. Chapters 00:00 The Impact of Financial News06:30 The Danger of Social Media

    9 min

  10. Mar 30

    Why YOU need a CDFA

    The role of a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) is crucial in providing comprehensive financial planning and guidance during divorce. This episode dives deeper into what one can provide and why having one might be useful.

    10 min
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Don't Screw up Divorce with FMD Wealth Advisors helps you understand the complex financial terms, decisions, and thought process of managing Divorce and the money involved in the best way possible, no matter the situation you're in. Taking the big concepts and making them easy and comprehendible for you. Start listening now to get the Divorce and financial advice you deserve.

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