Our Family is Changing…Sample Scripts for talking to children about divorce
What Can I Say when we are splitting up? Sample scripts for parents wanting language to introduce and talk about divorce with their children. Dad and I have been talking together about our family. We have been thinking about all the things we love about our family. We both love being mom and dad to […]
The LAB Method
What is the LAB Method? The LAB Method started out as framework to guide partners and parents in every day relating to build a deeper, more secure connection. In its 5th year of development, it has become an ever-evolving method to guide individuals in modern day relating. What makes the LAB Method stand out is […]
Divorce Series Part 4: Start 3 Months BEFORE You Start the Divorce Process
If you decide to initiate the divorce process, take the time to research all your finances thoroughly. Once your intent to divorce is verbalized, the emotional roller coaster begins. Hopefully it doesn’t include the hiding of assets or deceitful misrepresentation. Even if you don’t understand what you’re looking at, finding information can be very helpful for […]
Divorce Series Part 2: How Can a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst Help You?
A Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA©) is an industry designated financial expert on helping divorcing couples understand how the financial decisions they make could impact their future. A CDFA is part of the divorce team. Think of the lawyer as the strategist – they are experts on the law and hired to represent your overall interest […]
Divorce Series Part 3: The 3 Biggest Financial Mistakes You Can Make
The list of potential financial mistakes made while divorcing can be extensive. It is an exhausting, emotional time for everyone. Every money decision is emotional to begin with, and this stress just adds to the mix. Divorce and finances can become complicated and dividing assets can be complex, which is why the finance industry CDFA © designation […]
Divorce Series Part 1: Choosing the Style that Fits You
In order to be the best Money Coach possible to my clients, a well-rounded understanding of all milestones you might face is crucial. I’m pleased to say I’m now a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst and I am going to share some of the basics to help you start on the right foot if you are […]
How to Find, Interview and Choose a Lawyer
Role of a Divorce Lawyer We all begin a divorce with the assumption that we need an attorney, but rarely do we step back and consider the actual day-to-day role of the lawyer in the divorce process and how to effectively manage that role. In virtually every single divorce, it is essential to obtain legal […]
Community Property Divorce – The Basics
We have two different types of Family Law in our country, “Community Property and Equitable Distribution.” These laws provide the basis for which financial settlements in divorce cases are settled, or ordered, so it is important to understand how the specific state law applies to the facts in your case. What States follow the […]
Divorce Road Signs
In every article we provide positive direction, insight and ideas for moving forward. But every dtour has either a blind curve, uneven pavement or caution signs. We have a LEGAL system not a JUSTICE system. No one knows what will happen in court except that no one wins. Don’t mistake the courthouse as a place where […]
Frazer Rice, author of Wealth, Actually and Storey Jones Podcast
Frazer Rice: Advising through Divorce with Storey Jones, Founder and CEO of dtour.life Listen to the Podcast I recently spoke with kick-butt entrepreneur, Storey Jones. She is an expert on divorce and family planning and has founded a company around her expertise. I’ll let her bio from her startup dtour.life tell the story: Storey […]