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Divorce can quietly cost you six figures if you don't know where to look or what to look for. Unfortunately, most people have no idea how many divorce money mistakes they’ve made until their divorce is long over and they’re stuck with a result they can’t change.Certified Divorce Financial Analyst Sue Plisch has spent years helping people uncover hidden income, decode confusing pay stub abbreviations, and catch the kind of overlooked details that can make or break a settlement. Her approach goes beyond just splitting assets down the middle; it's about understanding what a truly fair outcome looks like for your specific situation.From hidden executive compensation and overlooked assets to retirement accounts that aren’t worth what they appear to be, divorce finances are rarely as simple as dividing everything 50/50. Sue explores some of the financial traps people commonly miss, including why keeping the family home may not be as affordable as you think, how joint debt can put your credit at risk, and why two retirement accounts with identical balances may have very different values after taxes.You’ll also discover why preparing financially before your divorce can give you more options and more control both during and after your divorce, especially if your spouse has traditionally handled the money. From tracking your real expenses and establishing credit in your own name to finding financial information you may not have access to, Sue shares practical ways to protect yourself and explains why the way you structure your settlement can sometimes matter just as much as how much money you receive.About SueSue Plisch, CFP®, CDFA®, is the founder of Resilient Divorce Solutions. Drawing on more than 17 years as a mathematics educator, financial planner, and her own personal experience with divorce, Sue helps clients make confident financial decisions and avoid costly, six-figure mistakes. Outside of her work empowering clients through life transitions, Sue is a mother of three teens who enjoys hiking, paddleboarding, playing board games, and learning Spanish.Connect with SueYou can connect with Sue on LinkedIn at Sue Plisch and on Facebook at Resilient Divorce Solutions. You can follow Sue on Instagram at smartsplitsue. To learn more about working with Sue, visit her website at Resilient Divorce Solutions. And you can download her free e-book, 10 Financial Mistakes to Avoid in Divorce, here.Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.