Cover Your Assets – A Divorce & Money Podcast
Welcome to "Cover Your Assets," your podcast for navigating the financial side of divorce. Life doesn’t always deal you the best hand, but hosts Josephti Cruz and Jade Eagles are here to help you C-Y-A in every way—because when it comes to your assets, it's all about playing your cards right!
Episodes
38 episodes
38. Reaching the Light at the End of the Tunnel with Sarah Frontiera
Divorce can feel like an ending, but Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Sarah Frontiera helps us reframe it as a beginning—one filled with growth, clarity, and deeper self-understanding. In this episode, Sarah shares how healing happens not...
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37. What Adult Children of Divorce Want You to Know with Lesa Ferguson and Donna Fletcher
In this emotional episode, three adults reflect on what it was really like to watch their parents' marriages fall apart as children—and how those early experiences still shape them today. From Lesa becoming a stand-in parent at age 12, to Jo es...
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36. Divorce and the Tax Mistakes Most People Miss
Dividing assets in a divorce might seem fair on the surface, but taxes can quietly tip the scales. In this episode, we share why a Roth IRA is not the same as a 401(k), and why keeping the house might come with hidden costs later. We also break...
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35. Leaving Safely, Starting Over: Domestic Violence in Divorce with Stephanie Seal
Divorce is hard enough, but when domestic violence is involved, the stakes become life-altering. In this episode, licensed psychotherapist Stephanie Seal breaks down what non-physical abuse really looks like and how the cycle of control, gaslig...
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34. Legal Considerations of Domestic Violence and Divorce with Ksenya Kogan
Family law attorney Ksenya Kogan doesn’t sugarcoat the realities of divorce litigation, especially when domestic violence is part of the picture. In this episode, she shares what really happens in family court, how well-meaning laws can be misu...
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33. Navigating Emotional and Financial Stress During Divorce with Dr. Leanne Miller
Divorce can be emotionally brutal, but it doesn't have to break you. In this episode, Dr. Leanne Miller, LMFT, a licensed marriage and family therapist, shares how simple tools like the “practice of the pause” and box breathing can help you reg...
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32. Child Support vs. Alimony: Financial Considerations in Divorce
The financial fallout of divorce is full of myths, especially when it comes to child support and alimony. In this episode, we cut through the confusion to explain how these obligations actually work, from calculation methods and common misconce...
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31. How Collaborative Divorce Protects Your Privacy, Peace, and Finances with Nicole Stednitz
Divorce doesn’t have to mean emotional warfare and courtroom showdowns. In this episode, attorney Nicole Stednitz introduces the collaborative divorce model—an out-of-court approach where couples work with a team of legal, financial...
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30. What Children Really Need When Parents Separate with Stephanie Seal
What do kids really need when parents divorce? In this episode, licensed psychotherapist Stephanie Seal joins us to talk about how children experience separation—and what parents can do to protect their emotional well-being along the way.
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29. Getting Along with Your Ex’s Partner (and Your Kid’s New Step-Parent) with Lesa Ferguson
Co-parenting isn’t always easy, but it can be done! As long as it’s built on a foundation of respect, teamwork and love.In this heartfelt episode of Cover Your Assets, Lesa Ferguson joins us to share her real-world experiences as a step-...
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28. Legal Separation Explained: How a Date Impacts Your Divorce with Diane Nguyen
On this episode of Cover Your Assets, we’re breaking down the critical — and often overlooked — difference between date of separation and legal separation during divorce. Attorney Diane Nguyen explains why this distinction mat...
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27. Are Prenups Planning For Failure?
On this episode of “Cover Your Assets,” we explore how prenups have evolved from a taboo symbol of distrust to proactive agreements for financial transparency. Growing in popularity from 3% in 2010 to 15% today, couples are realizing that prenu...
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26. What’s a Divorce Attorney? with Michael Rice
On this episode, we’re talking to divorce attorney Michael Rice. Michael weighs in on mediation in divorce, explaining why having a consulting attorney makes the process less daunting and how mediation can lead to a more controlled and efficien...
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25. Divorce Stories: Bringing Color Back To Your Life After Divorce with Trisha Perez
On today’s episode, we chat with Trisha Perez, an entrepreneur who empowers women through spirituality. She shares her interpretation of Nancy Hetrick’s four phases of transition during divorce, highlighting how introspection helped her identif...
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24. Divorce Stories: The Dangers of a “D.I.Y.” Divorce with Sandy Anleu
Our friend Sandy Anleu joins us on today’s episode to talk about the lessons she had to learn the hard way from her ‘DIY’ divorce 5 years ago. We go through Nancy Hetrick’s four stages of transition in divorce from last episode to unpack the mo...
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23. The 4 Stages of Transition in Divorce with Nancy Hetrick
Do you feel like your divorce is never-ending? Like it will dominate the rest of your life? There is a light at the end of the tunnel! Join us as we discuss the four stages of transition in divorce (and how long it takes to reach your “new norm...
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22. Real Estate Divisions in Divorce
Who gets the house? Join us as we unpack one of the most financially (and emotionally) complicated questions in divorce. We talk about the pros and cons of selling, buying out your spouse and choosing joint ownership. Plus, we look at some comm...
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21. Divorce Stories: How Finding a ‘Divorce Mentor’ Made All the Difference with Marnie Maton
Navigating divorce alone is incredibly intimidating. Join us as we talk to Marnie Maton about her story of finding a “divorce mentor” and how it made all the difference. We also walk through identifying your nonnegotiables, self-care, the power...
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20. What Happens to Your Retirement Accounts in a Divorce?
Dividing retirement savings during a divorce can be tricky. Join us as we break down the key differences between traditional and Roth IRAs, 401(k)s, HSAs and more. We also cover QDROs (Qualified Domestic Relations Orders), and how to avoid cost...
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19. Finding Holiday Cheer After Your Divorce
The holidays after or during a divorce can be tough, but they’re a chance to create new traditions and focus on what matters most: family, kindness, and joy. Learn to co-parent with ease, set simple budgets, and teach your kids the power of giv...
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18. What's a Divorce Planner?
How do you separate the emotions from the business side of divorce? Learn how our guest, divorce prep coach Alex Beattie, helps individuals gather their essential administrative information and clearly define their goals and priorities b...
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17. What's a Divorce Mediator?
Can you really settle a divorce without messy court proceedings? Learn how Barry Davis, an experienced divorce mediator, helps couples navigate the potential conflicts of separation by empowering them to make their own decisions. Discover the b...
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16. Common Financial Mistakes to Avoid in Divorce
Ever rushed into a major decision only to regret it later? In this episode, Josephti and Jade share personal stories of hasty divorces and the costly financial mistakes that followed. They explore why so many women face unexpected financial sur...
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15. You’re a SAHM, and Your Husband Wants a Divorce. Now What?
What would you do if your partner suddenly wanted a divorce? In this episode of "Cover Your Assets," we tackle the gut-wrenching reality of divorce, especially for stay-at-home parents. First, we address the sheer emotional shock and the critic...
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14. How Does Divorce Impact Your Social Security?
Understanding Social Security benefits during a divorce can impact your financial future. Join Jade Eagles and Josephti Cruz as they unravel the complexities of claiming spousal benefits based on your ex-spouse's work history. They debunk commo...
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