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Brenda Larkin, CDFA

About Brenda Larkin, CDFA

Financial Professional

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Navigating a Solo Financial Future: A Few Tips for the Newly Divorced     

May 16, 2022/in Financial Aspects of Divorce/by Brenda Larkin, CDFA

By Brenda Larkin  Divorce is a stressful situation, and the financial changes can be overwhelming. Take a deep breath and remember there are solutions and strategies to make sound decisions about your money. This is YOUR financial journey. Time to take charge of your journey. Talk with a financial professional to discuss your fears, goals, […]

Why Many Couples Opt for Collaborative Divorce

March 21, 2022/in Collaborative Divorce, Education, Emotional Aspects of Divorce, Support/by Brenda Larkin, CDFA

Collaborative Divorce is a team approach that resolves disputes without going to court. Beyond avoiding the high cost and stress of high conflict litigation, there are countless benefits to this style of divorce. Collaborative is a civil and mature approach to divorce that simultaneously recognizes the end of a marriage and the continuing relationship, obligations […]

Divorce, a Comparison: Collaborative vs. Litigation

September 22, 2021/in Collaborative Divorce, Divorce/by Brenda Larkin, CDFA

Collaborative Divorce is a team approach that resolves disputes without going to court. Here are some of the main differences between Collaborative and Litigation. Who Controls the Process Collaborative: You and your spouse control the process and make final decisions Litigation: Judge controls the process and makes final decisions Degree of Adversity Collaborative: You and your […]

Why an Attorney and Financial Professional Are Priceless in the Collaborative Process

February 5, 2021/in Collaborative Divorce, Financial Aspects of Divorce/by Brenda Larkin, CDFA

By Attorney Ann Newman & Brenda Larkin CDFA  The collaborative process includes a team of professionals: an attorney for each party, a neutral financial professional and a mental health coach. Each professional offers a unique prospective and is extremely helpful. The role of the attorney in a collaborative divorce is to: Educate you about the […]

Is Collaborative Divorce Right for Me?

March 2, 2020/in Collaborative Divorce, Divorce/by Brenda Larkin, CDFA

Unlike a litigated divorce, Collaborative Divorce is less confrontational and focuses on the needs of the couple and their children. If you’re thinking that a Collaborative Divorce may be the right choice for your family to get through one of life’s most difficult transitions, start by considering the following: Do you and your spouse want to […]

CCDG Experts Offer Valentine’s Day Survival Tips for Divorced People

January 28, 2020/in Collaborative Divorce, Divorce, Emotional Aspects of Divorce/by Brenda Larkin, CDFA

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jan. 28, 2020   Get Through the Romantic Season with Advice from CCDG’s Legal, Financial & Mental Health Professionals HARTFORD, Conn; Jan. 28, 2020 – No matter what time of the year it happens, divorce is unpleasant. But those dealing with a divorce around Valentine’s Day can find the romantic imagery of […]

Co-Parenting: The Trick of Making Halloween a Treat for Children of Divorcing/Divorced Parents

October 28, 2019/in Collaborative Divorce, Divorce, Emotional Aspects of Divorce/by Brenda Larkin, CDFA

Holidays can be overwhelming for families at all stages of separation and divorce. Even for those who co-parent well, kid-centered holidays like Halloween can still present a number of challenges. But it is most important to make sure the children are happy and secure with the knowledge that both parents are there for them. Here […]

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