In this episode of the Kizmet Podcast, host Kiz Harvey sits down with Jackie, a chartered accountant, to explore the often-overlooked complexities of navigating finances during and after a divorce. Together, they discuss the emotional and financial preparations necessary for separation, offering practical advice for those facing similar challenges.

Kiz and Jackie dive deep into the benefits of collaborative practice in divorce proceedings, emphasising the importance of being proactive and well-informed. They also highlight the critical need to prioritise the well-being of children during this difficult transition, and how money plays a central role in shaping family dynamics and future stability.

The conversation covers a range of topics, from the emotional toll of legal battles to the importance of honesty and having reliable financial advisors by your side. Jackie offers expert tips on how to address financial issues and differences, while also stressing the importance of clear communication and transparency.

If you're navigating a divorce or simply seeking to understand the financial landscape of separation, this episode will empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to face the challenges ahead. Tune in to be informed, prepared, and empowered as you take control of your financial future.

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Key Takeaways

• Being emotionally prepared for marriage breakdown.
• Understanding financial aspects is crucial during separation.
• Collaborative practice can be a more amicable approach to divorce.
• It's important to have all financial documents in order before separation.
• Children's well-being should be prioritised during divorce.
• Communication between separating partners is key to a smooth process.
• Seeking professional advice can help navigate complex financial situations.
• Emotional readiness is as important as financial readiness.
• Emotional tolls can lead to hasty decisions in legal battles.
• Non-disclosure of assets can have severe consequences.
• Valuing emotional versus financial assets can be complex.
• Mediation is often more effective than court battles.
• Finding good advisors can significantly impact outcomes.

Divorce, finances, collaborative practice, emotional readiness, separation, financial planning, post-divorce, family dynamics, tax returns, mediation, family, separation, divorce, financial dynamics, emotional toll, legal battles, non-disclosure, hidden assets, communication, empowerment

Chapters

00:00 Navigating Post-Divorce Finances

03:11 Preparing for Separation: Emotional and Financial Readiness

08:49 Collaborative Practice: A New Approach to Divorce

12:53 The Emotional Dynamics of Separation

16:24 Practical Financial Advice for Divorcees

19:56 The Importance of Family in Times of Crisis

22:28 Navigating Financial Dynamics in Separation

25:58 The Emotional Toll of Legal Battles

29:35 The Consequences of Non-Disclosure

32:35 Investigating Hidden Assets

35:51 Valuing Emotional vs. Financial Assets

39:53 The Role of Communication in Collaborative Separation

42:41 Empowerment Through Knowledge and Preparation

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