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MoneyTalks
Jul
06
2026
Can You Keep the House After Divorce? What Women Need to Know About Mortgages, Home Equity, and Divorce Planning
Learn what women need to know about keeping the house after divorce, mortgage assumptions, refinancing, home equity buyouts, credit protection, and working with divorce...
Jun
05
2026
Mediation 101: The Divorce Playbook Every Woman Needs Before She Files
Learn how divorce mediation works, how it compares to litigation, and why many women choose mediation to create fair financial and parenting agreements.
May
01
2026
Financial Clarity: What You Need to Know Before, During, and After your Divorce
Learn the true financial cost of divorce, how to identify hidden assets, and how women can prepare for fair settlements and long-term financial security.
Feb
16
2026
College Financial Planning After Divorce for Parents: How to Pay for Your Child’s Education Without Sacrificing Your Future
Explore plans for your child’s college after divorce is not just about filling out FAFSA forms. If you are a divorced or separated parent wondering how to fund your...
Dec
12
2025
Rebuild Financial Independence After Divorce
This conversation breaks down the essential steps women should take during and after divorce, from securing accounts to rebuilding credit. If you are preparing for a...
Sep
11
2025
Leaving Isn’t Free: How to Financially Prepare to Leave an Abusive Relationship
Financial abuse is abuse. And it’s one of the biggest reasons women feel trapped in unhealthy relationships. In this episode of Women & Money: The Shit We Don’t...
Feb
06
2025
Divorce & Your Finances: How to Move Forward With Clarity and Confidence
Going through a divorce—especially later in life—can feel overwhelming, emotional, and financially confusing. But you don’t have to go through it alone. In this episode...
Women & Money – The Shit We Don’t Talk About Podcast
Jun
26
2026
How to Reenter the Workforce After Divorce with SheQuip
This week, we are sitting down with the women behind SheQuip. They are helping women build their resumes and find jobs post-divorce.
May
29
2026
Trial Separation & Mediation: The Divorce Wake-Up Call with Amanda Silver and Alex Howard (Dirty Laundry Podcast)
This week’s episode, we sat down with Amanda Silver and Alex Howard from the Dirty Laundry Podcast, divorce mediators who spend every day helping women navigate...
Feb
27
2026
Divorce 101- From ‘I Do’ to ‘Do I Go?’ with Lisa Miller
This week we’re joined by Lisa Miller, relationship and divorce coach who helps people decide whether they wanna stay or go in their marriage and supports them through...
Dec
05
2025
The Other Side of ‘I Do’: Rebuilding Money and Mindset After Divorce with Jill Kaufman
In this episode, Jill shares her own story of going through a high-conflict divorce and the shocking moment she discovered she had no credit in her own name after 20...
Sep
26
2025
Are Prenups the Ultimate ‘Love Insurance’? with Jessica & Brandon Norwood
Money and marriage, two things that can bring couples closer or tear them apart. In this episode, we’re joined by Jessica and Brandon Norwood, founders of The Sugar...
Sep
05
2025
Surviving Legal Abuse with Lisa Johnson
Lisa’s story? Buckle up. It’s part legal thriller, part comeback story, and ALL heart. She spent 7.5 years representing herself, went to court almost 100 times, fought...
Aug
22
2025
How to Divorce Smarter (Not Harder) with Karen Covy
Karen talks about what really means to navigate divorce wisely, from emotions to legal logistics to long-term financial health. Karen shares what most women don’t...
Jul
11
2025
The Wake-Up Call We Can’t Ignore with Candy Wolff, Claudia Porter, and Amy Salo
For episode 100, we have three guest sharing their wake-up call we can’t ignore. Listen in as Candy Wolff, Claudia Porter, and Amy Salo share their stories.
Jun
13
2025
From $1,600 to Millionaire Before 40 with Laurie Itkin
In this eye-opening episode, we’re joined by Laurie Itkin, a financial advisor and certified divorce financial analyst (CDFA). She is also the author of the Amazon...
May
23
2025
Falling In Love With Spending After Divorce With Erica Bennett
Join as Erica shares her personal journey from a high-powered corporate career into the deep (and sometimes messy) world of emotional healing, money fears, and finding...
Smart Advice
May
08
2026
Why a Structured Mortgage Capacity Framework Changes Everything in Divorce
Theresa Jones, CDLP®, explains how a structured mortgage capacity framework helps divorcing homeowners and attorneys create settlements based on real housing outcomes,...
Apr
29
2026
The Weight of the Wait: Navigating Divorce Purgatory with the Clarity of a CDLP
Theresa Jones, CDLP®, helps women in divorce purgatory gain clarity around mortgage options, home equity, and housing decisions so they can move forward with...
Apr
28
2026
What are the key advantages for me as an attorney when I have a CDLP on my divorce team?
Thresa Jones, CDLP®, shares the key advantages for an attorney when a CDLP is on the divorce team!
Apr
03
2026
What is the first step I should take when I’m considering divorce but feel overwhelmed and don’t know where to begin?
Melissa Murphy Pavone, CFP®, CDFA®, explains the first step to take when considering divorce and why financial clarity should come before legal action.
Apr
03
2026
Divorce by Design: Why the Right Team Can Change Everything
Melissa Murphy Pavone, CFP®, CDFA®, explains why the right divorce team can help you navigate divorce with more clarity, confidence, and financial security.
Apr
02
2026
Divorce by Design: Building Your Divorce Team (Like You Built Your Bridal Party)
Melissa Murphy Pavone, CFP®, CDFA®, shares why building the right divorce team can help women move through divorce with clarity, confidence, and financial...
Apr
01
2026
How My CDLP Expertise Turned a Messy Divorce into a $30,000 Tax Win: Helping My Client Assume the Mortgage, Secure Her Equity Payout, and Use It as a Negotiation Power Move
Theresa Jones, CDLP®, explains how mortgage assumption, equity payout planning, and tax strategy can help divorcing homeowners keep the house and protect their...
Mar
25
2026
Why should I use a CDLP when I already have an attorney who will look out for my interests in the marital home
Theresa Jones explains why a CDLP adds critical mortgage and financing expertise during divorce, helping ensure decisions about the marital home are not just fair in...
Oct
06
2025
Creating a Parenting Plan That Works for Both Parents and Children
Purse Strings Approved Professional Blog Series Creating a Parenting Plan That Works for Both Parents and Children By: Brian James, C.E.L. & Associates, Inc.Divorce...
Sep
18
2025
What is a CDFA® and How Can They Help Me Through the Divorce Process?
Divorce isn’t just an emotional transition—it’s a financial one, too. From dividing assets to planning for future security, the financial side of divorce can feel...
Financial Foundations for Women eBook
You’ve been meaning to get your finances in order—but where do you start?
Right here. This eBook is your no-stress, no-fluff guide to finally taking control of your money. With simple, fillable worksheets, you'll quickly see where your money’s going, start building emergency savings, and map out real goals for the life you actually want. No more feeling behind. No more handing over control. This is clear, doable, and made for busy women like you. You’re not waiting another day—you’re starting now.
Free Guides to Help You on Your Financial Journey
Download the Divorce Prep Checklist
Download 8 Savvy Ways Women Invest
Download 10 Ways to Own Your Finances Like A Badass
Net Worth
Download the Family Emergency Binder
SMART Goal Worksheet
Snowball Method
Download Where is My Money Going Worksheet
Divorce Prep Check List
INSIDE YOU’LL LEARN:
- The documents you need to gather
- A description of divorce professionals and what they do
- How to create your divorce team
- Tips to consider along the way
8 Savvy Ways Women Invest Their Money
INSIDE YOU’LL FIND:
- The step-by-step process financially savvy women use to invest and take control of their wealth.
- Valuable resources to dive deeper into each investment step, equipping yourself with the knowledge to make informed financial decisions.
- How these investments play a critical role in establishing your financial foundation for a secure future.
- Tips to consider along the way, ensuring a smooth and successful journey towards financial independence.
10 Ways to Own Your Finances Like A Badass
INSIDE YOU’LL FIND:
- 10 steps to own your finances
- Where to start on owning your financial future
- Stats about the power of your money
Determine Your Net Worth
NET WORTH WORKSHEET!
- This may be one of the biggest steps as it requires you to gather all your financial information in one space. Once this powerful step is complete, you’ll have a solid understanding of where you have been and the information you need to move ahead.
- Grab a pencil and download this worksheet.
- You got this and we got you!
Family Emergency Binder
INSIDE YOU’LL FIND:
- Six color-coded sections to gather all essential information
- An emergency call tree
- Detailed information for up to 4 family members
- We even included your furry family members
S.M.A.R.T. Goals
GET A HOLD ON YOUR GOALS WORKSHEET!
- You will have a mix of tips and tricks that will help you take charge of where your money is going.
- Any of these small changes can make a big impact on a healthy financial lifestyle.
- And, this is just the beginning!
Snowball Method
GET YOUR SNOWBALL METHOD WORKSHEET!
- You will have a mix of tips and tricks that will help you take charge of where your money is going.
- Any of these small changes can make a big impact on a healthy financial lifestyle.
- And, this is just the beginning!
Where’s My Money Going Worksheet
INSIDE YOU’LL LEARN:
- How much money is coming into your house every month
- What your expenses are every month
- Reflection questions to understand your spending.