New York Divorce Financial Planner, Michelle Smith

New York Certified Divorce Financial Analyst(TM), Certified Financial Planner, Divorce Mediator, Michelle Smith

For Individuals Going Through Divorce

Each divorce is unique. Each individual undergoing divorce has their own process, learning curve and level of financial know-how. Services are tailored to your needs and are dependent upon where you are in the legal or mediation process. Michelle acts as your financial advocate.

Services include (but are not limited to):

Financial Education- A clear view of the path ahead
Organization and compiling of financial details needed for completion of net worth statement (assets, liabilities and expenses)
Reliable analysis of yours (and your spouses) financial particulars for faster resolution and more informed choices
Divorce settlement analysis- comparing, contrasting and tailoring a settlement that fully addresses your current and long-term financial needs.

Questions frequently asked and analyzed are:

Can I/Should I keep the house?
Is it better for me to take a discounted lump sum buy-out instead of monthly support checks?
Is it best for me to take my financial asset settlement in retirement assets or already taxed accounts?
What happens when ‘alimony’ and child support ends?
"Will I be ok?"