Becoming financially independent and overcoming the fear of leaving your marriage

This week, Stacy is joined by Sallie Mullins Thompson, a CPA who has been through the divorce process, herself. Sallie focuses on the importance of being financially independent for a healthy marriage, as well as for a healthy divorce, should it come to that.  Becoming financially independent, like coming to the decision to end one’s marriage, is not a transition that happens overnight - both require a tremendous amount of time and preparation, financially and emotionally. In this episode, you will hear about: How Sallie realized the importance of being financially independent (03:21) Her process of becoming aware of spending and educating herself in finance (05:52) Planning the transition to divorce (08:46) How Sallie overcame the fear of leaving her marriage (15:44) Tips to become financially independent, and when to work with a financial advisor (21:22) Resources for experienced CDFAs  Sallie Thompson | W: www.smtcpapllc.com   P: (212) 243-9126 E: [email protected] Stacy Francis | W: www.francisfinancial.com P: (212) 374-9008 E: [email protected]