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07
May 2025

5 Tips for a Peaceful Divorce in Minnesota | Divorce Smart

Discover 5 expert-backed tips for a peaceful divorce in Minnesota. Learn how mediation, parenting plans, and clear communication can lead to a low-conflict separation and resolution.
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26
Apr 2025

10 Essential Steps to Financially Prepare for Your Divorce | Divorce Smart

Divorce impacts every part of your life — especially your finances. At Divorce Smart, we combine divorce mediation services with expert financial guidance as Certified Divorce Financial Analysts® (CDFA®). Whether you're facing an uncontested divorce or a more complex split, following these 10 essential steps to financially prepare for your divorce can help protect your financial future.
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31
Mar 2025

Top 5 Divorce Mistakes in Minnesota and How to Avoid Them

Divorce is never easy—but in Minnesota, understanding the legal process and avoiding common pitfalls can make a big difference in how smoothly things go. Whether you're preparing for a contested divorce or hoping for a peaceful resolution, it’s important to know what to avoid. At Divorce Smart, we’ve helped countless Minnesotans navigate this difficult transition with clarity and confidence.
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05
Mar 2025

Affordable Divorce in Minnesota: How to Save Money and Reduce Stress

Divorce can be emotionally and financially overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to break the bank. If you’re searching for an affordable divorce in Minnesota, you may be wondering: • How much does divorce cost in MN? • What is the most cost-effective way to get divorced? • Can mediation help me save money on my divorce? At Divorce Smart, we specialize in affordable divorce solutions in Minnesota, helping couples navigate separation with less stress, lower costs, and faster resolutions. This guide will walk you through budget-friendly divorce options, cost comparisons, and tips to keep your divorce expenses low.
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Michelle Leisen, , CFP®,CDFA®

Michelle is a Certified Financial Planner, (CFP®), a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA®), and is trained in both mediation and collaborative divorce.

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