106. Top Divorce Questions

In today’s episode, boooooy did we shed some light on the top asked questions when navigating a divorce. From the quirky laws about eavesdropping, (did you know in Illinois recording someone on the phone without consent is a no-go but in public, it’s fair game?), to seeking multiple opinions like you would for a tricky medical condition – this episode has it all. And here's your place to grab access to the DCC: The Divorce Crash Course, yes, you need this! :The Divorce Crash Course And hey, for those wondering about GALs and child representatives in custody battles, we've got the lowdown right here.In this episode we answer: HOW to tell your spouse you want a divorce (and the big reason why we suggest NOT doing it on a weekend)What to do when you feel like your spouse has been hiding finances and is it worth it to continue digging? Trial separations before filing! Doing the right thing or putting off the inevitable? GAL - what it is and the role that it serves How do you know if a GAL is going to help or hurt your case? When do you advocate that you want one? Do you say “I want one”, or is it something that you wait for a judge to slap on to your case? Difference between GAL child rep - How would you know when you need one and not the other?Who does a GAL speak to and who does a GAL not speak to? And is a GAL the same thing as a custody evaluator? Are they going to come into my home and see what my home looks like? What does parental alienation actually mean? What happens if your ex records your conversations? Are they allowed to do this?How late is too late is too switch attorneys? Experience requesting an order from the judge I promise we’re in your corner and here for you and remember, you’ve got this and we’ve got you!**And remember, if alcohol use is a concern with safe parenting time, then Soberlink is a tool you need in your toolbox. Learn more and save $50 off your device here: https://www.soberlink.com/notsuck ***To join our private community, head here: The How Not to Suck at Divorce Community Mentioned in this episode:Smarter Way to Sell Your Jewelry After my divorce was finalized, I sold my old engagement ring to a jeweler — and honestly, I was stunned by how little I got for it compared to what it originally cost. If I could do it all over again — which is kind of the theme of this podcast — I would have sold it through Worthy. Worthy is a modern, smarter way to sell your jewelry online. Their process is incredibly easy: they cover shipping and insurance, professionally clean and photograph your jewelry, and have it graded by experts to help maximize its value. What makes Worthy different is that they create a competitive auction environment where buyers bid against each other for your piece — meaning they are motivated to help you get the highest price possible. It’s completely risk-free and honestly something I wish I had known about sooner. Get started today by heading to worthy.com/divorcepod and lock in an extra $100 when your jewelry sells for more than $1,500.