In this episode of the Debt Matters Podcast, host Wayne Kay speaks with Derek Chase from Chase & Associates Licensed Insolvency Trustee about the financial challenges single moms face after a divorce. Learn the steps single parents can take to rebuild their stability.Key Topics Covered:The financial impact of divorce: Divorce affects up to 40% of marriages and causes money struggles, especially for single moms.The connection between marriage and finances: Relationship changes, including divorce, are one of the leading causes of financial insolvency.Seeking advice: Professionals like accountants, investment advisors, or a Licensed Insolvency Trustee provide helpful financial assistance for single moms. They also provide debt relief for couples you divorce with debt. Initial steps for newly single parents: Learn how to take stock of your assets and liabilities and better understand your financial situation. There are even single mom grants you can take advantage of. Creating individual accounts: Open a new bank account at a different institution so you have control and protection over your finances.Establishing credit: Establish your own credit and avoid liabilities tied to your former spouse.If you are a single mom, tune in for actionable insights on how to regain financial stability post-divorce.Additional ResourcesChase & Associates Licensed Insolvency TrusteeDebt and Divorce: A Common Cause of BankruptcyDebt and Dating Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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