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Women can close the financial planning gap with help from advisors
Today, women are less optimistic, more concerned and less prepared in their financial lives than they’ve been in years, primarily due to...
Leslie Garske
Oct 12, 20211 min read
These Five Super Easy Steps Are All You Need to Create a Budget
Every money guide you’ve ever read tells you to create a budget, so why haven’t you done it yet? Most people think that budgeting is too...
Leslie Garske
Oct 7, 20211 min read
Financial Planning for Women: Learning Where to Start
6 second take: Women are often left behind when it comes to financial education. So where do you even start? Amy Corcoran graduated from...
Leslie Garske
Oct 5, 20211 min read
Why did boomer women save more for retirement than boomer men during the pandemic?
More than twice as many middle-income U.S. boomer women than men said they’ve been able to save more for retirement than expected during...
Leslie Garske
Sep 28, 20211 min read
Ask Leslie: What does divorce mean to my finances?
Spouses and parents usually know more than anyone else what is best for their family. Choosing to mediate can save conflict, contention,...
Leslie Garske
Sep 14, 20211 min read
How to Stay Competitive in a Cash Market
Abby McDaniel Sr. Mortgage Loan Officer | NMLS 1165325 O: 720.616.6479 | M: 720.626.6045 | F: 720.502.1085 www.whoneedsamortgage.com...
Leslie Garske
Sep 7, 20211 min read
The Crucial and Life-Affirming Process of Estate Planning
Everyone who’ll be leaving this world needs an estate plan, and they probably need financial planning while they are here. Women in...
Leslie Garske
Sep 3, 20211 min read
How to Implement Wealth Building Behaviors
Kiley S. Kunkler Wealth Strategy By Kiley Coach | Founder | CEO kiley.kunkler@gmail.com https://www.kileykunkler.com
Leslie Garske
Aug 31, 20211 min read
Which Debt Should You Pay Off First?
If you’re working to pay off debt, then congratulations for being an awesome, financially empowered woman! Maybe you’ve just gotten a...
Leslie Garske
Aug 27, 20211 min read
The Emotional Side of Selling a Home During a Divorce
A Conversation with Kim Langelaar Realtor for Pink Realty Team Parker, CO kim@pinkrealtyteam.com www.pinkrealtyteam.com 303-522-8748
Leslie Garske
Aug 19, 20211 min read
Obtaining a Mortgage During a Divorce
Michelle Oddo, CDLP Sr Mortgage Banker The Oddo Group | Luminate Home Loans Michelle.Oddo@goluminate.com (720) 738-1081
Leslie Garske
Aug 12, 20211 min read
Estate Planning After Divorce
Carolyn Duncan Attorney Duncan Legal, PC Family Law, Estate Planning, Probate 303-222-7021 www.duncanlegal.com
Leslie Garske
Jul 29, 20211 min read
Health Insurance After Divorce
Tracie Romero Independent Insurance Agent Colorado Insurance tromero@buycoloradoinsurance.com C: 720-675-7915 O: 720-283-1722 Littleton, CO
Leslie Garske
Jul 27, 20211 min read
Should I Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage Before a Divorce?
Wanda Norge, CDLP Mortgage Consultant & Certified Divorce Lending Professional Equilane Lending, LLC (303)419-6568 loans@wandanorge.com
Leslie Garske
Jul 13, 20211 min read
How To Deal With Joint Finances After Filing for Divorce
Tips for Managing Your Finances During and After the Divorce Process When you get married, you form a legal partnership as well as an...
Leslie Garske
Jul 1, 20211 min read
What Happens to Debt During a Divorce?
It is optimal for divorce decrees to apportion debts in such a way that avoids future litigation. The process of dissolving a...
Leslie Garske
Jun 25, 20211 min read
What is Divorce Mediation?
Leslie S. Garske, CDFA, Garske Divorce Mediation & Financial Analysis
Leslie Garske
Jun 24, 20211 min read
How Much Does a Legal Name Change Cost?
Your name is not set in stone. At some point in your life, you may want to change it legally. If you do so, you’ll have to fill out some...
Leslie Garske
Jun 18, 20211 min read
Women Lag Behind Men in Saving for Retirement
When it comes to retirement planning, women are saving less than men. The coronavirus pandemic is only making it worse. Nearly...
Leslie Garske
Apr 28, 20211 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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