In this episode, I'm diving into one of the most emotionally charged parts of divorce: alimony. Whether you're the one paying or receiving, this conversation is filled with insights to help you move beyond the myths, understand your rights and responsibilities, and create a strategy that makes sense for your financial future. I share what I see most often with clients, how courts actually approach spousal support, and why clarity, not conflict, should lead the conversation.

Some key takeaways from this episode are:

• Alimony is not a punishment or a prize. It's a tool to support financial transition—and it requires realistic planning, not emotional reactions.

• Your budget needs to be strategic and reasonable. Courts don’t preserve lifestyles; they evaluate needs. Work with a CDFA®, know your numbers, and be honest about what’s essential.

• Independence is the ultimate goal. Whether you're paying or receiving, support is temporary. What you really need is a plan to stand on your own.

Marriage is about love, but divorce is about money. The Divorce & Money Podcast, hosted by Gabriella E. Martinelli, CDFA®, CDS®, is all about how to navigate your separation and divorce so you can set yourself up for a strong financial future. Gabriella is the Founder at Ever After Wealth®, a divorce financial strategy firm. 

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