You have just gotten divorced and half or more of your assets are gone… Living alone after your divorce may be difficult—especially if you had a long marriage—financially and emotionally. Most women can expect to spend at least a third of their adult lives on their own. Because of this, they must get savvy about saving […]
When you are in the middle of a contentious divorce, there are times when you think you just “can’t take it anymore” and you want to quit and give up! When that happens, think about this saying by Anthony Robbins the award-winning speaker, “Don’t give up when the going gets tough—most people are tested when they […]
Breakups can be brutal—especially if it is a divorce. Some people are able to bounce back right away and others sometimes can take years to heal and move on. New research reveals that it’s not optimism that pulls us through—it’s self-compassion. Divorcees recover more quickly when they avoid being self-critical and recognize that they are not […]
Changing your name after a divorce is always an option. But changing your name should not be an impulsive decision, nor should any important decision made right after your divorce. In most states you can request that the judge handling your divorce make a formal order restoring your former or birth name. If your divorce decree contains […]
Every woman should be establishing her OWN credit from the day she gets married—if not before. You should have at least two credit cards—an American Express and a bank Visa or Mastercard that are in your name only—no way linked to your husband. You should also have at least one or two department store credit […]
Young women come to Manhattan looking for a Carrie Bradshaw “Sex and the City” experience and to find a husband. Unfortunately, being single in New York City is “the kiss of death.” According to a recent study, 78 percent of 20 year-olds are females. There are so few eligible guys around—it’s like a candy store for men. To make […]