After a divorce, whether it was amicable or highly litigated, the end result is the same; two people cannot live as cheaply when they are not together. When the dust settles and you are sitting alone
on a Sunday night wondering, “how am I going to make it?”
it is time to contact a financial planner. A Certified Financial Planner (CFP) can help you define your long and short term goals, provide information about Social Security, pension, insurance and investments. They will charge you either by fees or commissions or some combination. That’s right; their valuable advice is not free. Choose a qualified
person; check their credentials. Choose a person that you can understand and relate to; does the CFP communicate with you clearly and do you understand completely what is being recommended. Do not
be afraid to ask questions. Interview a couple of different planners and compare their suggestions and advice. Above all, do not rush into your decision. This person will be a trusted and valuable ally for you as you navigate post-divorce world.