Michael and Brady sit down with powerhouse family law attorney Sabreena Barboza to uncover the often-overlooked financial consequences of separation. From understanding the difference between marital and separate property to navigating business valuations, debt division, child support, and alimony, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone facing or considering divorce. Whether you're a high-earning professional, a business owner, or simply want to protect your financial future, Sabreena delivers the legal clarity and practical steps you need to prepare, plan, and move forward with confidence.

Key Timestamps:

(00:00) - Debt, secrecy, and financial infidelity

(04:00) - Communication and joint money management

(05:00) - Sentiment around debt and marriage

(08:00) - Types of divorce clients and complexity by age

(11:00) - Marital vs. separate property explained

(15:00) - Homemaker vs. working spouse considerations

(16:00) - Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs)

(20:00) - Divorce impact on business partners

(24:00) - Alimony, cash flow, and income disparities

(27:00) - Equalization of income in long-term marriages

(32:00) - Child support calculators and tax implications

(39:00) - Cost, time, and emotional toll of divorce

(43:00) - When the court rejects unfair agreements

(46:00) - Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements

Key Topics Discussed:

Financial Fortitude, Genesis Wealth Planning, Brady Hemmerle, Michael Acosta, Financial Wellness, Wealth Building, Financial Psychology, Financial Advisor, Finance Coach, Student Loan Debt, Finance Guidance for High Earners, Business Owner Finances, Hiring a Financial Advisor, Student Loan Forgiveness, Tax Strategies, Retirement Planning, Investing Strategies, Financial Guidance for High Earners, Smart Money Moves for High-Income Professionals, Tax, Wealth & Investment Strategies for Top Earners, Financial Planning for Doctors, Lawyers & Execs, Wealth Management Tips for High-Income Earners, Expert Advice on Taxes, Investing & Growing Wealth, High Earner Money Talk, Financial Wisdom for 6-Figure+ Entrepreneurs, Smart Strategies for Managing High Income

Money, Taxes & Freedom for High-Earning Professionals, The Dave Ramsey Show, BiggerPockets Podcast, The Motley Fool Money Show, We Study Billionaires, ChooseFI, Afford Anything, Divorce financial planning, Business valuation in divorce, Marital vs separate property, Alimony and child support laws, Debt division in divorce

Mentions:

Sabreena’s Website: https://www.sbarbozalaw.com/

Sabreena’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabreena-barboza-815959168

Website: https://www.genesiswealthplanning.com/

Michael’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelracosta/

Brady’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brady-hemmerle-cfp%C2%AE-75043013a/

Financial Health Checkup: https://www.livingbalancesheet.com/lbsVision/lite/michaelracosta

Article: https://www.cnbc.com/select/national-debt-relief-survey-debt-reason-for-divorce/

Article: https://www.investmentnews.com/ria-news/financial-infidelity-credit-card-debt-behind-one-third-of-divorces/249211

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