Resources
Here is where to read next.
These are the books and organizations I recommend, and several of them were written by colleagues. None of them are affiliate links.
Recommended reading
- By BrookeDivorce for Wealthy WomenBrooke SummerhillMy own book, on the financial impact of divorce beyond the settlement number, and on choosing settlement options that reflect your values. The full description is on the book page.
- Divorce, Simply StatedLarry SarezkyThis top-selling book is a light-hearted and fun way to understand and begin the divorce process.
- I Now Pronounce You Financially FitPam FriedmanPam is a colleague of mine and is an expert in the field. Her book dives into the financial aspect of divorce and has numerous helpful tips on how to protect yourself financially in divorce.
- Money & Divorce: The Essential Roadmap to Mastering Financial DecisionsLili VasileffIf you would like to prepare yourself for divorce, this is a great book for you to read and is written by my friend and expert in the divorce field.
- The New Rules of DivorceJacqueline NewmanThis is a recommended book to read if you want to learn from the top lawyer in the divorce field about how not to spend loads on lawyers.
- The Divorce Hacker’s Guide to Untying the KnotAnn GrantThis short book will help you understand the intricacies of divorce and how to handle the emotions that go along with it.
- Loving Your Children More Than You Hate Each OtherLauren J. Behrman, PhDThis is a game-changer for anyone wanting to do the hard work during divorce, as the book is full of insightful questions that lead to growth.
Organizations and tools
- Annual credit reportThe federally authorized source for your credit report.
- Divorce for Wealthy Women podcastMy own show.
- IACP, the International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsDirectory and background on collaborative divorce.
- IRS guidance on divorceHow marriage, birth, and divorce affect your taxes.
- Our Family WizardCo-parenting communication and scheduling.
- Savvy LadiesFree financial education and helpline for women.
- Social Security and divorceBenefits for divorced spouses, from the SSA.
These links go to organizations and retailers The Summerhill Firm does not control. Listing them is not an endorsement of everything they publish, and no fee was paid or received for any listing on this page.
Reading is a good first step, and the second one is a conversation.
Books can explain the general picture. A conversation can focus on yours.
Consultations are complimentary and confidential.