The two things everyone will face one day are death and taxes. Estate planning attorney Lindsey Paige Markus helps her clients plan for what will happen at their death and protect as much of their wealth from unnecessary taxes as possible.  As a trusted advisor and bestselling author, Lindsey demystifies the world of trusts, asset protection, and tax planning, revealing how proper estate planning can safeguard your legacy and provide for your loved ones.

In this episode, Lindsey explains how estate planning goes far beyond just having a will. She discusses the power of trusts to protect assets from creditors and ex-spouses, as well as their ability to minimize tax liabilities. With major changes to estate tax laws on the horizon, Lindsey stresses the urgency for high-net-worth individuals to act now. She explores how certain kinds of trusts can be used strategically to protect wealth, even in complex situations like divorce. 

Lindsey also explains how proper estate planning can help couples who don’t want to divorce, but also don’t want to continue living in a traditional marriage, restructure their marriage in a way that preserves their wealth for their children. In this type of “legacy marriage” couples can continue to achieve their financial goals AND create a different kind of relationship that allows them to stay “married” but live life on their terms.

About Lindsey
Lindsey heads Chuhak & Tecson’s 25-attorney Estate Planning & Asset Protection group and works closely with business owners and families to plan their estates, protect assets, transfer wealth and reduce tax liabilities. Lindsey is the author of A Gift For The Future – Conversations About Estate Planning which takes readers on a journey through the world of estate planning. In her easy-to-follow writing style that eschews legalese and needless jargon without sacrificing sophistication or thoroughness, Lindsey provides the ins and outs of every estate planning tool, from simple to advanced. She interweaves the family story of Jack and Diane, to guide readers through estate planning needs from the time they decide to marry through the birth of children, business growth, divorce and the complex formation of new families and relationships.

Connect with Lindsey
Connect with Lindsey on LinkedIn at Lindsey Markus and on Facebook at Lindsey Paige Markus. Visit her website at Lindsey Markus and learn more about Lindsey’s book at A Gift For The Future.  

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

With today’s interest rates and the low inventory of available housing, buying a new home isn’t nearly as “do-able” today as it was a few years ago. Homes are being sold before they’re technically even on the market. Bidding wars are common.

Couples now find themselves facing hard decisions about how they’ll both be able to find housing post-divorce. This is particularly a problem when a couple wants to live in a certain school district for their kids, or when they are trying to buy a home for one of them that’s close to the house they currently have.

Phillip LaGiglia, the Senior Vice President at North Shore Savings, who has been through his own difficult divorce, has a passion for guiding divorcing homeowners towards financial stability, especially for families with children. As a seasoned mortgage professional, Phil knows how important it is to get mortgage professionals involved early in the divorce process. 

Too often, divorcing couples make agreements about the house before they know whether the agreements they’ve made are financially feasible or not. They can also get caught in a bind when they need the money from the sale of their marital home in order to buy a new home.

To eliminate this problem, Phil's company has pioneered an innovative "Buy Now, Sell Later" loan program that allows divorcing homeowners to purchase a new property without first having to sell their current home - removing a major financial stumbling block in their divorce.

This podcast episode can provide a wealth of information for divorcing couples (especially divorcing parents) who are – and want to continue to be – homeowners.

About Philip

Philip LaGiglia is a seasoned executive who for the last 30+ years has successfully built from start up, grew, and stabilized numerous mortgage lending platforms within the mortgage and banking industries. Phil promotes within his management style a culture that focuses on Faith, Family, and Business being the order of priority for each employee to support a balanced life style that breeds overall success for all staff members in every aspect of life. A firm believer in identifying purpose and applying a plan around that purpose, Phil is a driven leader who leads by example knowing any success is achieved by the efforts of all.

Connect with Philip

You can connect with Philip on LinkedIn at Philip LaGiglia and at Oak Leaf Community Mortgage.  Also on Facebook at Philip LaGiglia and Oak Leaf Community Mortgage.  To learn more about the services Philip offers visit Oak Leaf Community Mortgage.  To contact Philip directly visit Connect with Phil or call 630-936-3245.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Wangari Kamau, the founder of Soma Global Consulting, is no stranger to life's challenges. From standing up against unequal pay to enduring a complicated international divorce after a nearly 30-year marriage, she has weathered many storms. Yet through it all, she found the resilience to not just survive, but thrive.

Her journey led her to develop powerful methods for nurturing mind, body and spirit during life's toughest transitions. Wangari now guides others, especially women over 50, to craft personalized self-care "templates" incorporating techniques like mindfulness, meditation, gentle movement and connecting with supportive communities. She also leads highly sought-after wellness retreats to Kenya where she immerses participants in restorative practices and cultural experiences.

Whether you're navigating divorce, redefining your identity after a major career shift, or simply seeking more balance in life, Wangari's wisdom will help. With compassion and an “I’ve been-there-myself understanding,” she teaches practical ways to emerge from life’s difficulties stronger and more self-assured than ever before. 

If you’re facing a tough life transition, this episode was made for you.

About Wangari
Wangari’s passion for working on wellness awareness came from two life-altering events, moments of profound upheaval that nudged her toward the path of healing and self-discovery. The first event was when she found the courage to raise my voice against unequal pay, facing intense backlash and dehumanizing treatment, which left me navigating the vast and intimidating ocean of emotional trauma alone. The second event was the end of my almost 30-year marriage, which left me standing at the precipice of my 50s, tasked with redefining my identity beyond what had always anchored me. From these earth-shattering experiences, I learned to piece together a new version of myself, stronger and more resilient.

Connect with Wangari
You can connect with Wangari on LinkedIn at Wangari Kamau and follow her on Instagram at allwell50plus.  You can learn more about the services and events that Wangari has to offer, visit her website at Tembeya Wellness Retreats.  Wangari invites you to attend her Meditation Safari Retreat to Kenya, primarily for Women above 50 from September 24 to October 3, 2024.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Have you ever experienced a moment when your gut feeling guided you to make a decision that logic couldn't explain? Sit tight as I, Karen Covey, joined by Fran Gallaher, an intuitive leadership coach, explore the misunderstood yet fascinating world of intuition in decision-making. We unravel the intricate relationship between intuition, emotions, and logic, and why honoring your inner voice can be a powerful compass in navigating life's myriad choices.

From the mysterious instincts of animals to the silent whispers of our own hearts, this episode is brimming with stories that celebrate the wisdom of our subconscious. You'll hear about how my trusty dog Basil's instinctual behavior saved us during a storm, and how a spontaneous dessert choice led to unexpected joy at a women's retreat. Fran and I also provide actionable advice for those standing at life's crossroads, contemplating significant changes. We tackle the complex dance of aligning heart, mind, and gut in making choices that resonate with our true selves, especially within the realm of relationships.

Closing the conversation, we discuss the importance of being attuned to the signals our body sends us, especially during transitions in our personal lives. Every relationship is unique, and there's no universal remedy to marital challenges. Whether it's revitalizing a partnership or mustering the courage to walk away, we emphasize the vitality of listening to your body and prioritizing your well-being. Join us for this enlightening journey to more authentic and intuitive living, and may you find the courage to trust your own inner wisdom.

About Fran
Fran Gallaher is an Intuitive Leadership Coach who helps leaders tune into, develop and use their intuition to inform their decisions to guide their work as a leader, from within as well as without.  Fran helps her clients understand that emotional intelligence and intuition—whether you call it your gut feeling, your Spidey sense, or just that thing you feel or sense or simply know—is going to be required of a new generation of leaders. 

 As a child Fran saw and heard non-physical beings who offered her solace, guidance and protection. Fran says, they are with me now as they work with me to offer my clients a way forward out of confusion and frustration while they learn to trust themselves and their inner wisdom, experience increasing clarity, and she helps them embody the confidence and authority of their own true nature.

Connect with Fran
You can connect with Fran on LinkedIn at Fran Gallaher or on Facebook at Really Flourish.  You can also follow Fran on Instagram at Really Flourish and check out Fran’s YouTube channel at Fran Gallaher.  To find out more about how to work with Fran visit her website at Really Flourish.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Pre-Nups and Post-Nups are generally regarded as being manipulative and unromantic. But what if you could use prenups and postnups to make your marriage stronger?

In this podcast episode, family law attorney Katy Mickelson pulls back the curtain on prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. She explains what they can and cannot cover, what they require, and how to create agreements that work. [HINT: This is NOT the place to go DIY!] She also dives deeply into who needs these agreements, and when entering into them not only makes sense but can actually help you save your marriage.

This episode is rich with practical advice, demystifying the belief that prenups and postnups are exclusively for the ultra-wealthy. Instead, we reveal their relevance to a wide range of individuals. Katy also highlights how these legal tools can provide a foundation of clarity and security for any marriage.

About Katy
Katy is an Equity Partner at Beermann LLP where she practices exclusively in the area of family law. Katy provides guidance on a variety of complex family law related matters, from drafting and negotiating prenuptial agreements to protect wealth and assets to representing clients with significant means in divorce and parentage proceedings. Katy's typical clients are thought leaders, c-suite executives, industry rainmakers, and professionals with a preference for thoughtful and impactful strategy over ad hoc representation. Katy is a trial lawyer, but prioritizes settlement via mediation or negotiation if at all possible. 

Connect with Katy
You can connect with Katy on LinkedIn at Katy Mickelson or on Facebook at Katy Mickelson.  You can also follow Katy on Instagram at Chicago Divorce Attorney and check out Katy’s YouTube channel at @chicagodivorceattorneykm.  To find out more about Beermann LLP please visit their website at Beermann LLP or their Facebook page at Beermann LLP.  You can also email Katy at [email protected] or call at 847-681-9600.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Have you ever felt locked in a cycle of stress that you just can't seem to break free from? In this episode, Theresa Lear Levine shares a technique that could be your key to emotional liberation. 

As an EFT master practitioner and hypnotherapist, Theresa brings to light the transformative potential of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) - a method that combines ancient Chinese acupressure and modern psychology to tap into our body's energy meridians. 

Research has shown that EFT has a profound effect on anxiety and physical ailments. It can also help individuals navigate life's transitions with a sense of empowerment.
 
 In the course of this discussion, Theresa peels back the layers of EFT tapping for emotional healing, demystifying the process and its impact. We explore how this technique can neutralize the emotional aftermath of traumatic experiences and lead to pathways of positive change, all while embracing negative emotions to foster authentic well-being. By asking "what would it take," Theresa uncovers how we can engage our subconscious to manage emotions, especially during pivotal events like divorce.

Whether you're plagued by stress, overwhelm, or worry tapping offers a practical approach to overcoming your blocks and cultivating a sense of love, acceptance, and peace.

About Theresa
Theresa's battles with past traumas, high-functioning anxiety, and ADHD trapped her in a recurring Groundhog Day of dis-ease, distraction, and dissatisfaction. A transformative pivot came when exhaustion, insomnia, and the struggle to be present in her own abundantly blessed life broke her down.  

Driven to embrace life's potential and achieve aligned success, Theresa delved into decoding her nervous system, the law of attraction, and the subconscious mind. Through Emotional Freedom Techniques, Hypnotherapy, and a fresh perspective on energy and manifestation, Theresa swiftly shed negative emotions and expanded her consciousness. This restoration brought back calm, clarity, and confidence that became a foundation of success. 

Theresa’s Internationally best-selling book, "Becoming More Me: Tapping into Success - Subconscious Secrets of an ADHD Entrepreneurial Mom" , was born out of her passion to help other like-minded women on their quest to ditch anxiety, limiting beliefs, and past trauma. 

Connect with Theresa
The best way to connect with Theresa is through Instagram at theresalearlevine or LinkedIn at Theresa Lear Levine.  You can find out more about Theresa's services on her website at Theresa Lear Levine and explore her videos on her YouTube channel at Theresa Lear Levine.  You can also listen to Theresa's podcast Becoming More Me and she welcomes you into her free community where she shares valuable resources and coaching at Becoming More Me Community.

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You can also watch a tapping session with Karen and Theresa

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Think divorce lawyers intentionally stir the pot and create conflict to line their own pockets? Ian Steinberg is different.

As a top New York family law attorney Ian is on a mission to help people through one of life's most challenging transitions. Unlike some other divorce lawyers, Ian advocates for a team approach where divorce lawyers, divorce coaches, financial advisors and others collaborate to help clients achieve their goals as efficiently as possible.

He offers pragmatic advice on how clients can be effective team members themselves by maintaining organization, defining priorities, and working with their lawyer to achieve the result they want.

With nuanced wisdom honed from years of experience in litigation, mediation, and Collaborative Divorce, Ian makes a compelling case for divorcing spouses to take the driver's seat in their own divorce. His focus on reasonable, cost-effective resolutions demonstrates that the right divorce attorney can be a compassionate guide during turmoil rather than merely another adversary. 

For anyone who's looking to hire a divorce lawyer who can be reasonable, effective AND efficient,  Ian's perspective is a must-listen.

About Ian

Ian is a matrimonial and family law attorney with Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein, LLP. His practice focuses on the litigation, mediation, negotiation, and settlement of complex high net worth matrimonial and family law cases. Ian also specializes in negotiating and drafting prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. Ian is formally trained in mediation and regularly mediates divorce and family law matters. Ian has also been trained in collaborative law and regularly represents clients who wish to engage in such a process. 

Connect with Ian

You can connect with Ian on LinkedIn at Ian Craig Steinberg or on Facebook at Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein, LLP.  To work with Ian and find out more about the law firm, visit their website at Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein, LLP or email Ian at [email protected] 

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

How do you stay standing when life throws its toughest punches? Divorce coach and therapist Jenny Stevens has been through it all ... and mostly all at once! 

In this powerful episode, Jenny recounts how she survived divorce, cancer, the death of her mother, and then the death of her ex-husband, all within a few years. Jenny's life experiences sparked a profound realization - we cannot control what life brings, but we can control how we respond. 

With candor and practicality, Jenny outlines the habits and mindset shifts that empowered her to navigate this perfect storm with grace. You'll learn how to identify and reframe negative self-talk, design a morning routine that primes you for a positive day, and intentionally cultivate moments of joy amidst struggle.

Whether grappling with a difficult life transition or simply seeking to live with more purpose, Jenny's hard-won insights will inspire you.  Her contagious perspective reminds us that our circumstances don't define us - our decisions do. 

 About Jenny

Jenny is a licensed clinical counselor turned personal, professional, and divorce coach. Jenny specializes in helping people move through change positively.  Jenny is honest and approachable.  Her training as a professional counselor will challenge you to find purpose, take action, and keep your commitments - first and foremost to yourself! - in order to make positive changes in your life.

Jenny also supports adolescents going through the major change of becoming adults. She helps people - adults and adolescents alike - to face their fears,  create a plan, and then embrace life's changes with grace. In the process, Jenny also provides her clients with the support they need to make that change positively.

If you are seeking an energetic expert to manage change with positivity and personal experience, Jenny is your gal!

Connect with Jenny

You can connect with Jenny on LinkedIn at Jenny Stevens or on Facebook at Jenny Stevens Coach.   To find out how to work with Jenny visit her website at Jenny Stevens Coach and follow Jenny on Instagram at Jenny Stevens_Coach.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges often strain a marriage to the breaking point. Yet divorcing someone who struggles with mental health issues is fraught with its own challenges.

Family law attorney Chelsea Gajewski works at the intersection of family law and mental health. 

In this podcast episode, Chelsea explains how different divorce processes can make a difference in a divorce case in which mental health issues are involved. She candidly discusses the role professionals like parenting coordinators and guardians ad litem can have in helping families address mental health concerns in divorce.

If you or someone you know is dealing with a divorce where one (or both!) spouses suffers from anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues, this podcast episode can provide tools and strategies that will make their divorce journey easier.

About Chelsea

Chelsea is the Managing Attorney at Sodoma Law Belmont, where she leads a team of Family Law attorneys who serve the Gaston County, North Carolina community. Her legal practice focuses on custody, child support, alimony, equitable distribution and other family law related matters. Chelsea serves many different organizations including as the Chair of the Membership Committee for the Family Law Section of the North Carolina Bar Association (NCBA) and is a passionate advocate for children's rights as well an active member of the Gaston community and local Bar. Chelsea has received many accolades including Legal Elite and Super Lawyers Rising Star for consecutive years.

 
Connect with Chelsea

You can connect with Chelsea on LinkedIn at Sodoma Law or on Facebook at Sodoma Law.  You can follow Chelsea on her YouTube channel at Sodoma Law and on Instagram at The Sodoma Way.  To find out how to work with Chelsea visit her at Sodoma Law website or email her at [email protected].

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Have you ever felt a gentle whisper in your soul, urging you to take a leap of faith that doesn’t seem logical in the moment? Veronica Drake, an intuitive coach, helps midlife female entrepreneurs reconnect with their inner voice so that they can make better decisions and find creative solutions to their business and personal problems. 

In this podcast episode, Veronica shares the story of her own leap of faith from a stable corporate gig to a path less traveled, guided by the whispers of intuition. Veronica unveils the intricate dance between intellect and intuition, shedding light on the societal conditioning that may have muted our intuitive senses. 

Veronica explains how to become attuned to the subtle signs of expansion and contraction that reveal our intuitive voice. She also describes how to use that voice in making daily choices, and shares actionable tips to rekindle the connection to our intuition, paving the way for personal and professional growth.

About Veronica

Veronica  helps creative, ambitious women entrepreneurs break through the barriers standing between them and the next level income. Veronica is NOT your ordinary business coach. She will not help you figure out your numbers, or strategize and analyze your marketing but she will help you to design a business that serves the lifestyle you’re longing to live at this point in your life.

Connect with Veronica

You can connect with Veronica on LinkedIn at Veronica Drake and on Facebook at Veronica Drake. You can follow Veronica on her YouTube channel at @VeronicaDrake and on Instagram at @Veronicadrakeofficial.  To find out how to work with Veronica visit her website at Veronica Drake where you can also join her free online community.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.