#210 Why Financial Abuse Is Impacting Smart, Successful Women During Divorce with Emily Guy Birken

If you don’t know what’s in your bank account… could financial abuse already be happening?Many women assume that letting their spouse handle the finances is normal. But sometimes what looks like convenience or trust is actually financial control. In this episode, Heather Quick sits down with Plutus Award–winning personal finance writer Emily Guy Birken to uncover how financial abuse often hides in plain sight and why even intelligent, successful women may not recognize it until divorce is on the table.In this episode, you’ll learn:The subtle warning signs of financial abuse that many women overlook in marriageWhy capable, high-achieving women often miss the red flags of financial controlHow to protect yourself financially and avoid costly mistakes during divorceListen to this episode to understand the hidden dynamics of financial abuse and learn how to reclaim control, confidence, and financial security.Join us on our podcast as we navigate the complexities of marriage, divorce, separation, and all related legal and emotional aspects, including adultery, alimony, child support, spousal support, timesharing, custody battles, and the financial impact of dissolution of marriage.Interested in working with us? Fill out this form here to get started.Not quite ready? Interact with us on socials!Linktree- https://linktr.ee/FloridaWomensLawGroupFlorida Women’s Law Group Website- https://women-winning-divorce.captivate.fm/fwlg Links: Emily Guy Birken's LinksOfficial website: https://www.emilyguybirken.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyguybirken/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorEmilyGuyBirken/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyguybirken/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@emilyguybirken Threads:https://www.threads.com/@emilyguybirken Books: End Financial Stress Now The 5 Years Before You Retire Stacked: Your Super-Serious Guide to Modern Money Management Making Social Security Work for You Choose Your Retirement Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not an advertisement for legal services. The information provided on this podcast is not intended to be legal advice. You should not rely on what you hear on this podcast as legal advice. If you have a legal issue, please contact a lawyer. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests are solely those of the individuals and do not represent the views or opinions of the firms or organizations with which they are affiliated or the views or opinions of this podcast’s advertisers. This podcast is available for private, non-commercial use only. Any editing, reproduction, or redistribution of this podcast for commercial use or monetary gain without the expressed, written consent of the podcast’s creator is prohibited.Thank you for listening, please leave us a review and share the podcast with your friends and colleagues. Send your questions, comments, and feedback to [email protected]