This week, Stacy is joined by Sallie Mullins Thompson, a CPA who has been through the divorce process, herself. Sallie focuses on the importance of being financially independent for a healthy marriage, as well as for a healthy divorce, should it come to that. Becoming financially independent, like coming to the decision to end one's marriage, is not a transition that happens overnight - both require a tremendous amount of time and preparation, financially and emotionally.

In this episode, you will hear about:

• How Sallie realized the importance of being financially independent (03:21)
• Her process of becoming aware of spending and educating herself in finance (05:52)
• Planning the transition to divorce (08:46)
• How Sallie overcame the fear of leaving her marriage (15:44)
• Tips to become financially independent, and when to work with a financial advisor (21:22)
• Resources for experienced CDFAs

Sallie Thompson | W: www.smtcpapllc.com P: (212) 243-9126 E: [email protected]

Stacy Francis | W: www.francisfinancial.com P: (212) 374-9008 E: [email protected]