What is Collaborative Divorce w/ Melissa Pavone

Wealthy After 40: Personal Finance, Budgeting, Retirement Planning, Savings, Spending, Financial Freedom, and How to Retire for Gen Xers

In this episode, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst Melissa Murphy Pavone sheds light on the often-overlooked role of the “non-CFO spouse” during divorce. Melissa shares how her personal story shaped her mission to empower individuals, especially women, who have traditionally managed day-to-day finances but feel lost or excluded when it comes to long-term financial planning. In this discussion, we dive into collaborative divorce, a lesser-known but incredibly empowering option that keeps families out of court and centers respectful, creative solutions.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ What a divorce financial analyst does and why it matters
✅ How a divorce financial expert can help you avoid costly mistakes
✅ The benefits of a collaborative divorce over a traditional approach
✅ How collaborative divorce works and who it’s for
✅ Why financial planning is key to a smoother, more empowered split

Melissa Murphy Pavone CFP®, CDFA®
Founder I Financial Planner, Mindful Financial Partners
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