As a result of interest in her latest book On Your Own Two Feet Divorce: Your survive and thrive financial guide author Helen Baker appeared as a guest on the national Studio10 TV show. In this segment of ‘Money Matters’ Helen discusses how women can look after their interests when planning for or working through divorce.
Topics covered include:
- Access to superannuation
- Splitting the asset pool (including the house)
- Considering your future needs
- When to involve a lawyer
- Creating your ‘team of specialists’ to help you through the process including lawyer, counsellor, and financial planner
- Being across your financial situation, even if your partner usually looks after the finances
- Don’t rely on a lawyer for everything
- Negotiate on what works for you
- Have a financial plan, pre- and post-settlement
- Rebuild for the future
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Watch Helen’s other segments on Studio 10 here
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