A blog about making the right divorce decisions during emotional times. You still love your spouse, but you think they have changed and no longer care about you or your marriage. Your spouse did something hurtful that convinced you to initiate the divorce process. Now, you’re asking yourself “is it time to look for a…
Is There A Difference Between A Financial Planner And A Financial Advisor? The difference between a financial planner and a financial advisor is that the former is typically an industry-specific planner (such as someone who deals in financial planning after divorce or separation) who also does wealth management whereas the latter is usually qualified to…
Divorce can be very stressful. However, each step you take towards resolving your problems is a step in the right direction. You need legal assistance and divorce mediation to dissolve your marriage, and a good divorce lawyer will help you choose whether or not to proceed with your divorce and change your life for the…
Divorce and legal separation are complex and there’s no simple answer to what you should do first at the outset. You need to consider both your financial and emotional well-being as well as the effect on your children if you have any. It’s important to understand that not all divorces end amicably, even if you’re…
The decision to separate from your spouse is not one that should be taken lightly due to the severe impact it can have on yourself, your spouse and any children you may have, not to mention your finances. One of your first concerns will be whether to divorce or seek a legal separation. While both…
Divorce can bring up all kinds of feelings, it’s a difficult and emotional time. While you may be able to work through the settlement process on your own, it can be extremely stressful. A divorce mediator can help guide you through this trying time – but how exactly does divorce mediation make the process easier,…
PREPARE NOW! SAVE LATER! Are you going through a separation or divorce? It is critical to negotiate certain income tax return items in your separation agreement. The Eligible Dependent Amount was worth $3,747 in tax savings (refund) to an Alberta parent in 2019. The credit is available federally and, in most provinces, as well. Single…
When the world as we know it, came to a screeching halt in mid-March, many of us wondered how we would carry on with our in-person meetings, how we would run our businesses. Many of us wondered what business would look like in the ‘new normal’. After the initial stress and concern, many businesses carried…
How an Almost-Divorce Kept Them Together Ann Leary’s 2013 essay explored a ‘crisis’ in her marriage to the actor Denis Leary. They just celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary. In the 2013 Modern Love essay“Rallying to Keep the Game Alive,”Ann Leary’s marriage to her husband, the actor Denis Leary, was on the rocks. They felt like…
Does Stampede Offer ‘The Perfect Storm’? ” And we aren’t talking about the weather!” Calgary’s “Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth”does not always have on display the best that our city has to offer! Stampede has become the only time of year where the Alberta Liquor and Gaming Commission approves the service of alcohol beginning at…
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