It’s never really just about the numbers. Money is emotional, and our feelings about finances reflect what’s going on inside. This is especially true for divorcing couples making major money decisions that will impact the rest of their lives. So, how can we navigate those emotions and design a financial plan that makes sense for both parties?Ivy Menchel is the Founder and President of Family Wealth Planning Partners, a firm that specializes in divorce financial analysis. She leverages her 25 years of experience in financial services to support matrimonial attorneys, divorce mediators and their clients in assessing their options for fair and equitable settlements. Ivy is committed to empowering divorcing couples to make sound financial decisions for today—and into the future.On this episode, Ivy joins Katherine to share her experience as an adult child of divorce, describing how the circumstances influenced her work as a financial planner. She explains the advantage of having a financial neutral in the divorce process and speaks to the relationship between our emotions and money. Ivy also weighs in on the concept of financial infidelity in the divorce setting and the necessity of reassessing wants versus needs as a marriage ends. Listen in for Ivy’s insight around creating a financial plan in the aftermath of divorce and learn why it’s crucial for couples to communicate about money!Topics CoveredHow experiencing her parent’s divorce inspired Ivy’s workThe relationship between our emotions and moneyWhy Ivy needs to know what money means to her clientsThe benefit to having a financial neutral in the divorce processThe role of a financial neutral in the divorce process1. Data gathering2. Planning based on goals3. Explore options that work for both4. Divide assets + set up new accountsWhy divorcing couples must reassess wants vs. needsThe concept of financial infidelity in the divorce settingWhy it’s crucial for couples to communicate about financesConnect with Ivy MenchelFamily Wealth Planning Partners: http://www.familywealthpp.com/Call (212) 244-4702 Connect with Katherine MillerThe Center for Understanding Conflict: http://understandinginconflict.org/Miller Law Group: https://westchesterfamilylaw.com/Katherine on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kemiller1The New Yorker’s Guide to Collaborative Divorce by Katherine Miller: https://www.amazon.com/New-Yorkers-Guide-Collaborative-Divorce/dp/0692496246Email: [email protected]Call (914) 738-7765ResourcesIvy’s Course on Financial Communication: http://ivymenchel.com/menu/committed-to-lastThe Romantic Prenup: https://westchesterfamilylaw.com/the-romantic-prenup