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The phrase “marital balance sheet” sounds like something that requires a calculator, three spreadsheets, and maybe a mild panic attack. It doesn’t. At its core, a marital balance sheet in divorce is just a clear picture of your financial life—what you own, what you owe, and who it belongs to. It’s n...
There was a time when hidden assets in divorce meant something obvious. Offshore accounts, cash in a safe, maybe a shoebox in the back of a closet. Now it’s a lot simpler and a lot easier to miss. It can be a Venmo transfer with a vague description. Apps like Zelle, Venmo, PayPal, and Cash App are p...
Spring cleaning isn’t just for closets and garages. If you’re contemplating divorce, it’s also the perfect time to clean up your finances before the process begins.
Divorce is emotional and overwhelming, but one of the most empowering things you can do is take control of your money before l...
Durham, NC — [March 11, 2026] — The Institute for Divorce Financial Analysts™ (IDFA®) today announced the launch of www.cdfa.com, a new public-facing website designed to help individuals, attorneys, and other professionals better understand the role of a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA®) ...
Tax season is rarely anyone’s favorite time of year. Add divorce to the mix, and suddenly the IRS feels like one more party involved in the negotiations.
The shift happens quickly. What used to be “Did we keep the charitable receipts?” becomes “Wait… who’s claiming the kids?”
And while this isn’t the ...
