10 Steps for successful budgeting as a single parent
Learning how to budget is hugely important for anyone. However, as a single parent juggling all the household bills on one income, it is a necessity.... Read More
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How to show your personal finances you love them this Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is all about love. If you are recently separated you might think this excludes you. However, you don’t need a partner to share your love. Tell your kids, your parents, your friends that love them. ... Read More
How to protect your money during divorce
Separation and divorce are not easy. We go into relationships wanting them to succeed, so when a relationship ends it can be emotional and traumatic on all involved, particularly if children are involved. ... Read More
Blended families and re-partnering: Advice to make it work
Divorce can be a negative word. To many it represents long drawn-out stress and sadness, followed by a life lived alone. ... Read More
Understanding correct social media etiquette during a separation
Whether we like it or not, social media has become a huge part of our lives. Even those who try to ‘stay off it’ can find themselves unwittingly on it.... Read More
Things to look forward to after you separate that may be a nice surprise
Becoming a divorcee is not something we aspire to. In fact, the very word ‘divorce’ fills us with dread … usually with good reason. The process of a relationship breakdown is nothing if not stressful.... Read More
The best books to borrow or buy to help you through divorce
The process of a separation is a long one. It starts with the initial breakdown of the relationship and the doubts that you may no longer be ‘till death do us part’. ... Read More
50 Empowering mantras to help you through your divorce
Divorce is stressful. In fact, according to the Social Readjustment Rating Scale (SRRS), it is the second most stressful life event, with only ‘death of a spouse/child’ beating it to the No.1 spot. Interestingly, ‘marriage’ sits at No.7!... Read More
How to start over after divorce
Getting divorced is a lengthy process, in some cases it can last for years. From accepting that your relationship is failing, through to the practicalities of separating and the financial separation, it can be easy to lose sight of what life will be like when it is over. ... Read More