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Reasons Why You Should Update Your W-4 Form with Your Employer
Remember filling out a W-4 form when you were first hired? It’s the form that determines how much money your employer withholds from...
Guest Writer
Feb 6, 20242 min read
5 Top Financial Tips When Designing Your Parenting Plan
Having clear expectations when designing your parenting plan can help ensure smooth sailing as you move forward with co-parenting. The...
Leslie Garske
Feb 1, 20241 min read
Navigating Divorce with Kindness: The Unique Approach of Our Divorce Mediation Process
In the challenging journey of divorce, choosing the right path can make all the difference. At Garske Divorce Mediation, we pride...
Leslie Garske
Jan 16, 20242 min read
7 Strategies for Dealing with a Narcissistic Ex-Spouse
"A narcissist paints a picture of themselves as being the victim or innocent in all aspects. They will be offended by the truth. But what...
Leslie Garske
Jan 9, 20242 min read
The Divorce Mediation Option & How to Prepare
The best preparation for good work tomorrow is to do good work today. - A. Ashe Most people facing a day in court would avoid it if they...
Leslie Garske
Dec 11, 20233 min read
Better Than Before Divorce: How to Cope with the Overwhelm of Divorce with Andra Davidson
Leslie Garske from Garske Mediation talks to Andra Davidson, a Certified Divorce Coach and founder of Compass Rose on her take on divorce...
Leslie Garske
Dec 6, 20231 min read
Bitter Breakups: Unraveling the Impact of Emotional Abuse in Divorce
Ginita Wall, Second Saturday Co-Founder What is Emotional Abuse? Divorce can be a painful process for everyone involved. However, when a...
Guest Writer
Nov 27, 20239 min read
Betrayal Recovery with Lora Cheadle: Uncover the power that has been inside you all along.
Leslie Garske learns from Life Choreographer, former attorney, bestselling author, and international speaker Lora Cheadle. Lora helps to...
Leslie Garske
Nov 13, 20231 min read
Why Keep Up with the Joneses? : 5 Expert Strategies to Outsmart Lifestyle Inflation
Are you determined to achieve financial mastery and ward off the lurking threat of lifestyle inflation? Dive into these five expert-level...
Leslie Garske
Nov 8, 20231 min read
Navigating the Holidays with Love and Comfort: Helping Children Through Divorce
Focusing on the children when divorcing over the holidays is vital to provide emotional stability, minimize conflict, support...
Leslie Garske
Oct 31, 20231 min read
Group Therapy for Divorce Recovery - Now Accepting New Members!
Are you struggling with the divorce process? Are you in the separation, finalization, post-decree/recovering (e.g., learning how to...
Leslie Garske
Oct 17, 20232 min read
Empowering Divorce Mediation with Certifed Divorce Lending Professionals (CDLP®s)
Divorce is a complex and emotionally charged process often involving dividing marital assets, including the family home. The intersection...
Guest Writer
Oct 9, 20231 min read
The Crucial Role of Mental and Emotional Health Support Before, During, and After Divorce
Divorce is an emotionally charged life event that can turn your world upside down. The whirlwind of emotions, the legal complexities, and...
Leslie Garske
Oct 3, 20232 min read
Safeguarding Your Finances During Divorce
Leslie S. Garske When #contemplatingdivorce, the unsettling reality of potentially losing half of your hard-earned wealth can trigger...
Leslie Garske
Oct 2, 20232 min read
A Fair Divorce Settlement
By Leslie S. Garske Once you come to the realization that #divorce is a possibility, your mind quickly shifts to thoughts about your...
Leslie Garske
Sep 28, 20232 min read
How Divorce Can Affect Your Friendships
By Mary Salisbury of the Institute of Divorce Financial Analysis One of the most difficult aspects of divorce is that you are not only...
Leslie Garske
Sep 25, 20233 min read
Smooth Sailing Through Divorce: The Power of a Divorce Mediator and CDFA
By Leslie S. Garske Divorce can be one of life's most challenging journeys, filled with complex emotions and financial intricacies....
Leslie Garske
Sep 13, 20232 min read
Navigating Divorce and Real Estate: 5 Options for a Smooth Transition
By Brian Burke - Kenna Real Estate The Interplay Between Divorce and Real Estate #Divorce introduces many financial, emotional, and...
Leslie Garske
Aug 29, 20232 min read
Mindful Mediation Divorce Resources
Wisdom & Tools for the Journey
Explore our video library of interviews with experts in the divorce field - from therapists, to housing experts, to life coaches. The healing can begin now for you and your family, our hope is that these videos will encourage you on that path.
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