Divorce is emotional — but it’s also financial. We Chat Divorce helps you understand both.
Join hosts Karen Chellew and Catherine Shanahan, co-founders of My Divorce Solution, for expert divorce insights, real stories, and proven financial strategies that turn fear into focus, focus into knowledge, and knowledge into power.
Whether you’re just considering divorce, in the middle of it, or rebuilding after, you’ll learn how to protect your finances, make informed decisions, and move forward with clarity and confidence.
The #1 podcast for financial divorce preparation, empowerment, and real talk about money, marriage, and moving on.
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Divorce is emotional — but it’s also financial. We Chat Divorce helps you understand both.
Join hosts Karen Chellew and Catherine Shanahan, co-founders of My Divorce Solution, for expert divorce insights, real stories, and proven financial strategies that turn fear into focus, focus into knowledge, and knowledge into power.
Whether you’re just considering divorce, in the middle of it, or rebuilding after, you’ll learn how to protect your finances, make informed decisions, and move forward with clarity and confidence.
The #1 podcast for financial divorce preparation, empowerment, and real talk about money, marriage, and moving on.
Truth, Timing & Taxes: When Shortcuts Backfire in Divorce
We Chat Divorce Podcast
22 minutes
3 weeks ago
Truth, Timing & Taxes: When Shortcuts Backfire in Divorce
In this Divorce Explored episode of We Chat Divorce, MDS co-founders Catherine Shanahan, CDFA®, and Karen Chellew, Legal Liaison, reveal how common financial shortcuts can cost divorcing couples thousands—sometimes hundreds of thousands—of dollars. From so-called “honesty policies” that skip verification, to misclassifying home-sale proceeds as income, to cashing out retirement accounts too soon, Catherine and Karen unpack the real impact of assumptions, missing documents, and misunderstood advice.
They’ll show you why verified data—not verbal promises—is the only way to protect your financial future. Whether you’re preparing for mediation, negotiating a settlement, or already divorced, this episode will help you spot red flags before they turn into regret.
You’ll Learn How To:
Identify the red flags that signal financial shortcuts in divorce
Understand when assets ≠ income in support calculations
Avoid costly mistakes when dividing or liquidating retirement accounts
Confirm accurate valuation dates and tax implications
Use the MDS Financial Portrait™ to model real cash flow before you sign
Resources Mentioned
Free MDS Financial Assessment – discover your starting point
The Divorce Financial Portrait™ – verified data = financial clarity
MDS Community – connect for support and education
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We Chat Divorce Podcast
Divorce is emotional — but it’s also financial. We Chat Divorce helps you understand both.
Join hosts Karen Chellew and Catherine Shanahan, co-founders of My Divorce Solution, for expert divorce insights, real stories, and proven financial strategies that turn fear into focus, focus into knowledge, and knowledge into power.
Whether you’re just considering divorce, in the middle of it, or rebuilding after, you’ll learn how to protect your finances, make informed decisions, and move forward with clarity and confidence.
The #1 podcast for financial divorce preparation, empowerment, and real talk about money, marriage, and moving on.
