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Mistakes That Impact Mortgage Qualification During Divorce

There are almost always mistakes made, in either or both, the drafting and/or the execution of the separation agreement when it comes to complying with mortgage guidelines. This can impact your the mortgage qualification process. I would step out on a limb and say that this happens in well over half of the divorces finalized. … Read more

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How Practicing Gratitude Can Make a Big Difference in Your Divorce

Divorce is one of the most difficult times in a person’s life. I know finding things to be thankful for is probably the last thing you feel like doing but take it from me: Practicing gratitude is one of the most effective coping strategies you can develop– it’s free, takes little time, and can make … Read more

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My Ex is Dating my Friend! How to Handle it and How to NOT Go Insane

There are a few different instances that happened during the time I was newly separated that caused me to classify myself as temporarily psychotic, one of those being when I figured out my ex was dating my friend.  I have since come to realize that “My ex is dating my friend” is not so uncommon. … Read more

Understanding a Temporary Restraining Order in Divorce

In times of personal crisis, legal measures like temporary restraining orders in divorce (TROs) can provide much-needed protection and relief. If you’re in San Diego and facing a situation where you believe your safety or the safety of your loved ones is at risk, it’s crucial to understand what a temporary restraining order in divorce … Read more

4 Benefits of Using an Alcohol Monitoring System

Navigating the complexities of custody and alcohol-related cases in the wake of a divorce can be challenging, especially since child safety is aways a top priority. An alcohol monitoring system can play a crucial role in these scenarios, providing an essential tool to safeguard and improve the well-being of children, as well as empowering both … Read more

How to Love and Love Yourself on Valentine’s Day

Is it really already time for Valentine’s Day? This holiday has never really been my thing, but every year as the store aisles transition from Christmas decorations to red hearts and stuffed animals (so cliche!), I do feel a twinge of nostalgia. So after my divorce, I chose a shift in perspective that I carry through … Read more

Feeling Abandoned in a Relationship: Emotionally and Financially

 Feeling abandoned in a relationship is extremely taxing emotionally. It can cause a person to feel insecure, angry, and sad, and can take a toll on self-esteem. But what happens when the abandonment translates into finances? In other words, your spouse or soon-to-be ex leaves you with money problems, along with stress and fear about … Read more

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Finding Happiness After Divorce isn’t a Possibility, it’s a PROBABILITY

 Ask any newly separated man or woman if he or she thinks finding happiness after divorce is possible, and the answer you get will involve a grim outlook. “Who knows?” they will might say with their head down, their eyes possibly filling with tears. “I haven’t thought that far ahead. I’m just thinking about how … Read more

What is Virtual Parenting Time and How Does it Work?

 Visitation schedules are unique in every family. Some parents have visitation every other weekend, while others have a mid-week visitation on top of weekends. In other situations, visits may be much less frequent for various reasons, such as: when one of the parents is under supervised visitation, or if parents live in different states, or … Read more