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A classic comedy, a live panel, and the real decisions that shape life after divorce—this episode brings it all together. We announce a special screening of First Wives Club at the Michigan Theater on January 28, 2026 at 7:00 pm https://marquee-arts.org/event-page/tickets/?showingId=990348 and unpack why a female-centered story still sparks the most practical conversations about money, housing, and agency. Alongside the theater’s community mission, we explore how film can open the door to legal and financial literacy without losing the hope and humor that keep people moving forward. 

We sit down with certified divorce real estate expert Jodi Douglas to get specific about the toughest choice many face: the home. We dig into emotions versus math, the four divorces happening at once, and the first-year realities of single homeownership. Expect grounded tactics—budgeting true carrying costs, using a home warranty to buffer surprise repairs, and writing enforceable safeguards when couples keep a house jointly for a limited time. From payment verification to credit protection and repair protocols, we show how clear rules prevent avoidable damage.

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Think you can simply “assume” the mortgage and keep that sweet 3% rate? We pull back the curtain on what actually happens when one spouse tries to take over the home loan after divorce—and why lenders often say “maybe” on the phone but “no” in underwriting. With guest Brian Mutter, a Certified Divorce Lending Professional, we unpack how assumptions work, when they collapse under lender-specific rules, and what to do when you still need to pull equity to buy out your spouse.

Throughout, we show why involving a CDLP before your judgment is final protects you from unfinanceable settlements. Align legal decisions with lending rules, document the right income at the right time, and avoid assumptions that unravel after the ink dries. Plus, in our mailbag, we explain how to access an ex-spouse’s 401(k) using a QDRO, timelines to expect, and why a specialist is worth the fee.

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We explore how AI can help you prepare during divorce while also showing where it can mislead you with confident but wrong answers. We share safe workflows, a real test that went off the rails on spousal support and legal advice and a clear path for choosing the right professionals.

• defining the core risk of AI’s false certainty 
• examples of bad legal and financial outputs from AI 
• safe uses: question drafting, summaries, checklists 
• the validation rule: local attorney and CDFA review 
• interview questions for attorneys and CDFAs 
• real‑world spousal support test and lessons 
• final takeaways: AI as flashlight, not map

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When a family splits, teens often look “fine” on the surface—grades steady, activities unchanged—while carrying a storm of fear, anger, and confusion underneath. We sit down with mental health pro Sarah Kuretzky Rossington to unpack how divorce impacts identity formation, autonomy, and early relationships, and why older kids shouldn’t be left to figure it out alone.

We get practical about support that actually works. Sarah explains why narrative therapy helps teens make sense of their story without shame, how a light Internal Family Systems framework validates conflicting emotions, and why DBT skills like distress tolerance, opposite action, and interpersonal effectiveness can calm reactivity in high-conflict homes. We also break down how to choose the right therapist for adolescents and college-age kids, the value of parent coaching, and how to run joint sessions that improve communication without turning your teen into a mediator.

Social media takes center stage as we examine comparison spirals, image management, risky DMs, and algorithm-driven content that can fuel anxiety, disordered eating, and isolation. 

• Schedule a consult with Sarah at https://www.thehardcoretherapist.com/
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Unlock crucial insights into the growing phenomenon of gray divorce with our latest episode featuring Sandy Adams from the Center for Financial Planning. We'll unravel the complexities older adults face when contemplating a late-in-life divorce. From understanding the significance of healthcare insurance and Medicare eligibility to the intricacies of timing retirement benefits, Sandy shares indispensable advice that can shape a financially secure future. We dive into the nuances of Social Security, clarifying the difference between Medicare and Social Security benefits, and discussing options for reconsidering Social Security elections under specific conditions.

In another enlightening segment, we take a closer look at equity conversion mortgages, offering a clear explanation of how loans against home equity operate. Addressing common concerns surrounding interest rates, home sales, and impacts on heirs, we aim to demystify this financial tool. We also spotlight the unique financial challenges women often encounter during gray divorce, such as higher poverty rates and the demand for long-term care. Sandy provides practical strategies to mitigate these risks, including long-term care insurance, asset leverage, and co-op living arrangements for mutual support. Tune in to discover how you can navigate the financial intricacies of gray divorce with confidence and knowledge.

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Holiday plans are loud; money problems are louder. We press pause on the overwhelm and walk you through a clean, step-by-step year-end checklist designed for life after divorce. From tax withholding to FSAs, investment strategy, and credit safeguards, we focus on the handful of actions that prevent April shocks and set you up for a calmer new year. If you’re rebuilding after divorce and need a focused path to financial stability, this guide gives you practical, timely steps you can complete this week. Subscribe for more smart divorce money insights, share this with someone who needs a calm plan, and leave a review with the top fix you’re tackling today.

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Jacki and her guest, parenting coach Forrest Levy Wolfe explore how to reduce chaos during two-home transitions with simple rituals, validating language, and clear, respectful limits. 
We cover: 
• why kids struggle most with uncertainty and loss of control
• a transition ritual of plan, food, and rest
• the A and A Protocol to acknowledge and affirm feelings
• replacing threats with “as soon as” clear limits
• staying in your lane when co-parents differ
• moving belongings with checklists and routines
• self-regulation for parents so kids can co-regulate
• reframing divorce as a resilience advantage

• To Connect with Forest Levy Wolfe; 
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The moment the decree is signed, real life begins. We walk through the first months of financial independence after a divorce and show how small, steady actions create relief fast. Our guest, Angela Cipriano, a financial coach who rebuilt her own life post-divorce, explains how to move from overwhelm to ownership with checklists, simple systems, and a mindset that actually sticks.

We start by demystifying the roles: a financial coach handles what most advisors skip—beneficiary updates, utility transfers, passwords, bill flow, and day-to-day budgeting—so you can arrive at your planner’s office organized and confident. 

We also tackle the emotional side of money. If you’ve heard “you’re bad with money,” we show how to replace that script with data and small wins. Then we get tactical: why your emergency fund belongs in a high-yield savings account, how to sanity-check a 401(k) allocation, and where to look for signs of hidden accounts using pay stubs, bank statements, and tax schedules. In our mailbag, we answer two big questions: who pays old medical bills after the divorce, and can a “vibes-only” budget work? Spoiler: numbers give you choices, and your decree often decides the bills.

• Reach out to Angela by clicking this link https://www.aiocoachingmi.com/
• To review and download Jacki's post-divorce game plan form, click below: https://www.roesslerdivorce.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/post-divorce-gameplan-fillable.pdf
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The moment a divorce becomes real, health insurance can feel like quicksand. Premiums spike, deadlines loom, and the plans you relied on may no longer cover the treatments that keep you well. We walk through a real client’s story to show how to evaluate COBRA, employer coverage, and ACA marketplace plans without guesswork or panic. The twist: even with a higher monthly premium, COBRA can sometimes save you money and protect continuity of care when you factor in deductibles, prescriptions, integrative therapies, and network access.


Health insurance choices are also legal strategy. We explain how to document costs and negotiate COBRA into temporary orders, spousal support, or property settlements, especially when one spouse keeps valuable workplace subsidies. To cap it off, our mailbag tackles QDROs—what they are, why your divorce judgment isn’t enough to divide retirement plans, and why using a specialist protects your share.

If you’re navigating divorce and want clarity, control, and peace of mind, this conversation gives you a step-by-step plan to protect your health and your wallet. Follow the show, share with a friend who needs it, and leave a review to help others find these resources.

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Divorce doesn’t have to be a courtroom sport. We sit down with Michigan family law attorney Randy Pittler to unpack how collaborative divorce reframes the process from “win-lose” to problem solving—replacing subpoenas and shuttle diplomacy with a trained team, full transparency, and solutions built for real life. Randy explains why litigation so often breeds delay, expense, and post‑mediation regret, and how Collaborative Divorce flips the incentives: each spouse has a collaboratively trained attorney, a neutral financial expert gathers documents and models options, and a mental health coach keeps emotions from steering the deal.

Curious whether you’re a fit? If there’s basic good faith, no active hiding of assets, and a desire to avoid scorched earth, Collaborative Divorce can work—even when emotions run high. We share how to find trained professionals in Michigan and beyond, why ongoing training matters, and how this approach sets healthier patterns for future co‑parenting. Ready to trade conflict for clarity? Follow the show, share this episode with someone who needs it, and leave a review to help others find a better path through divorce.

• Find a Collaborative Divorce trained professional in Michigan by clicking https://www.collaborativepracticemi.org/resources/find-a-professional/
• Live outside of Michigan? Click here to find Collaborative Divorce professionals  https://www.collaborativepractice.com/
• To reach out to Randy Pitler of Pitler Family Law and Amicable Divorce for an initial consult, click https://www.amicabledivorce.com/about

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