Divorced And Deep In Debt It s Not All Doom And Gloom
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Divorced and Deep in Debt: It's Not All Doom and Gloom!
Summary:
Nearly half of the letters I receive are from recent divorcees, and their stories often follow a similar theme:
"The cost of my recent divorce has drained almost all of my 401(k), leaving me deep in debt. Although I still own a home, there’s no equity left in it. I made the mistake of leasing a new car, with insurance and lease payments almost as large as my mortgage. I’m employed, earning about $60,000 annually, and have a pension plan, but I have child support payments to make. I need to start over but don’t know how. Can you help me find some direction?"
While these stories may seem like they belong in a country song, with just a few missing elements, there’s always a silver lining. You have a job and a decent salary. If you’re willing to make a serious effort, you can rebuild your finances and regain stability.
Three-Step Plan for a Fresh Start:
1. Create a Sustainable Budget:
Begin by listing all your expenses and priorities. Calculate how much you need for essentials like housing, food, utilities, health insurance, car payments, and child support. Then, identify areas where you can cut back?"do you need premium cable or frequent dining out? Consider brown-bagging your lunch a few times a week. By scaling back, you can pave the way for a fresh financial start.2. Start Saving and Investing:
Once your budget is under control, focus on rebuilding your wealth. Arrange for automatic transfers from your paycheck or checking account to an investment account, ensuring that savings accumulate rather than being spent impulsively. Remember, investing for your future is a marathon, not a sprint?"don’t procrastinate.3. Stay Positive:
The emotional and financial stress of divorce can be overwhelming, often leading to a sense of hopelessness. Remember, the only person who can change your life is you. It’s crucial to act now?"don’t delay setting up your budget and savings plan. As you see improvements, you’ll regain control and your life will start feeling more positive.Once you take these steps, your situation will seem less like a sorrowful country song and more like The Beatles’ “It’s Getting Better All the Time.”
Have a question or need advice? Contact me at [CarlHampton.com](http://www.CarlHampton.com).
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