Are you in debt, unemployed or financially dependent upon your husband? Did you give up your education or career to start a family? Do you feel trapped in an unhappy marriage because you need your husband’s income to survive? If you do, you’re not alone. Countless women across the country surrendered their independence and turned complete control of their money over to their husbands when they married. This isn’t anything to be ashamed of. It’s simply something you must overcome in order to divorce.
The best way to triumph over any financial handicaps you have is to first, realize your extraordinary capabilities, second, commit that you will not trade your life for the contents of your husband’s wallet, and third, do everything in your power to reduce spending, earn an income, build your own nest egg and uncover the mysteries behind your marital income, expenses, assets and debts. If you do these things, with patience, perseverance and a lot of hard work, you can regain your financial independence and set out on your own again.
If you’re ready to take your first step towards freedom, get started now by visiting these sites for inspirational and helpful money advice, tips and personal strategies for climbing out of debt, reducing spending and building your wealth (even if it begins with saving just $1 a day)!
Blogging Away Debt is primarily about debt reduction with a personal twist. The author discloses her income and details how she spends her money. She also talks about any set-backs she experiences because she wants readers to learn “that you have to pick yourself back up when you fall.”
Divorce to Financial Freedom is written by a woman who is “divorced, remarried and rebuilding”. She blogs about the “financial trials, failures and successes after divorce.
A Momma and the Boys Living on a Budget is filled with freebies and frugal ideas to help you make the best of your money.
Single Ma’s Fabulous Financials is “the journey of a fabulous single mom pursuing financial independence.”
the simple dollar is a blog for those “who need both cents and sense: people fighting debt and bad spending habits while building a financially secure future and still affording a latte or two.”
Boston Gal’s Open Wallet chronicles the life of a “30-something Bostonian who is seeking enlightenment and control of her net worth.” She is an adult child of divorce whose personal story may resonate with you.
Money Blog Network is filled with articles written by “five of the top Internet personal finance bloggers.” It’s designed to bring personal finance wisdom, best practices and commentary together.
Get Rich Slowly “is devoted to helping you make the most of your money.” Topics covered include budgeting, investing, credit cards, debt and other money matters.
To start uncovering the mysteries of your marital assets, use our Money Matter worksheets.
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