Divorce Diaries

Losing an ex-spouse can be a complex and challenging experience, especially for those who have gone through the emotional turmoil of divorce. The inevitable mix of grief, nostalgia, and possibly unresolved feelings can be overwhelming and challenging to navigate.

We all know there are three sides to every story and therein lies the truth. In divorce, this couldn’t be more accurate. Every story depends on memory, feelings, and perspective.

The term "narcissist" is often used casually in everyday conversation, but when it is used in the context of divorce, it takes on a more profound significance. So why do so many people going through divorce label their Ex as a narcissist?

Divorce is a life-altering event that has a ripple effect throughout your life. While much of the focus tends to be on the impact it has on the couple and their immediate family, the transformation of friendships in the aftermath of divorce is complex and often overlooked.

Financial stress can take its toll on a marriage and is one of the biggest causes of divorce. And, ironically, marital breakups are the biggest contributors to bankruptcy.

When it comes to home ownership, do you know the difference between Joint Tenancy and Tenants in Common? Many people don’t. I certainly didn’t when I first started in real estate. Now, it’s one of the first things I discuss with my divorcing clients when they need to sell the family home.

There are many ways an angry ex-spouse might try to sabotage the sale of the matrimonial home when going through a divorce, from refusing to accept reasonable offers to keeping the house in a state of disarray for showings. This is a form of what we call Wasting the Asset.

The practical logistics of purchasing a house after divorce require careful consideration. Exploring creative options such as shared equity, rent-to-own programs, or co-ownership arrangements can open doors to homeownership that may have otherwise felt out of reach.

Shortly after I was first divorced, I was watching an interview with Suze Orman on Oprah. She said some things that made so much sense to me.

To fight or not to fight is not really the question. When things aren’t amicable in a divorce it can turn into a battle of wills, with both parties fighting for what they feel is rightfully theirs. Things can get ugly and nasty, with emotions getting the better of both sides.

You have kids. Your partner has kids. Things are getting serious. You want to take the next step and move in together; maybe even marry. How will the kids react to having new siblings?