Financial Advisors for Divorced Women: Avoid Costly Mistakes with a CDFA
Kimberly Green | 2025-08-14
TL;DR: Divorce can shrink a woman’s income by up to 41%. A CDFA® (Certified Divorce Financial Analyst) helps women understand settlement options, project financial outcomes, and build a secure post-divorce life. Learn what they do—and how to find one. Find financial advisors for divorced women on Sam's List What a Financial Advisor for Divorced Women Actually Does A divorce is more than emotional—it’s financial. A Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA®) is trained to guide women through the complex financial decisions that come with separating assets, calculating future cash flow, and building a new financial plan. Here’s how they help: Avoid common settlement traps: Like taking the house instead of retirement savings—and being stuck with taxes or upkeep you can’t afford. Model long-term impact: Understand what each choice means for your finances 5, 10, and 20 years from now. Create a post-divorce budget: Plan for a new life with a different income, including child support or alimony. Coordinate your team: Work hand-in-hand with your attorney, CPA, and therapist to make sure every angle is covered. Prioritize peace of mind: A CDFA® provides financial clarity, so you don’t have to live in fear or second-guess your future. You don’t need to manage this alone. Sam’s List makes it easy to find trusted advisors who focus on supporting divorced women with financial clarity . Find a financial advisor on Sam’s List To learn more about the CDFA® designation, visit the Institute for Divorce Financial Analysts . Featured Advisor: Phil Telpner Phil Telpner is a financial advisor on Sam's List's who specializes in helping recently divorced women gain clarity and control of their finances. "We end post-divorce financial anxiety." Ideal Clients: Recently divorced women aged 45-60 Women with ongoing financial questions: “Can I...?" “What if...?” “How much...?” Individuals ready to look forward, take action, and build their financial future Services Offered: Cash Flow Planning College/Education Planning Estate & Insurance Planning Tax Strategy & Individual Tax Services Investment Management Family Wealth Transfer Financial Coaching & Holistic Financial Planning Phil’s firm helps answer the three most pressing questions post-divorce: Can I? (Travel, pay for college, keep the house?) What If? (I can't work, he stops paying, I remarry?) How Much? (Will I need to be financially independent?) If you're feeling overwhelmed about what comes next, Phil helps...