Alyssa Feldmeyer Miller of Feldmeyer Financial Group was recently a guest on the DCA Podcast from Divorce Coaches Academy, where she shared her expertise on making smarter financial decisions during and after divorce.
In “Beyond the 50/50 Split: Making Smarter Financial Decisions in Divorce with Alyssa Miller,” Alyssa discusses the importance of looking beyond the immediate division of assets and considering the bigger financial picture when navigating divorce.
Thank you to Divorce Coaches Academy for having Alyssa on the podcast and creating space for this important conversation.
🎧 Listen to the podcast:
https://www.divorcecoachesacademy.com/dca-podcast
Debra and Alyssa explore:
• Why equal and fair do not always mean the same thing in a divorce settlement
• How to gather bank statements, credit card records, tax returns, investment information, and other financial documents
• Why understanding monthly income and expenses is critical before evaluating settlement options
• How budgeting can help clients prepare for life after divorce
• What to consider before deciding to keep the marital home
• How refinancing, interest rates, maintenance, taxes, insurance, and repairs affect affordability
• Why keeping the home may require giving up retirement funds, investments, or accessible cash
• How traditional retirement accounts and Roth accounts may have different tax consequences
• Why pensions, military benefits, federal retirement plans, 401(k)s, and other accounts may require specialized guidance
• What individuals can do during the first 90 days after divorce to begin building financial stability
• Why asking for qualified help can increase confidence and reduce costly mistakes