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Divorce Financial Strategists (DFS) helps individuals and couples navigate the financial aspects of divorce. Founded by Karen D. Sparks, a CDFA and J.D., they specialize exclusively in divorce finances.
Divorce Financial Strategists (DFS) is a firm specializing in divorce finances and nothing else. Founded by Karen D.
Sparks, CDFA and J.D., they have been assisting families and their legal and financial professionals divide and allocate personal assets in divorce for over a decade. DFS provides divorce financial analysis, asset division, spousal support calculations, and post-divorce financial planning. They work with individuals/couples, mediators, family law attorneys, and collaborative divorce teams.
Specializes exclusively in divorce finances
CDFA with J.D. - understands both legal and financial aspects
Works with individuals, couples, attorneys, and collaborative teams
Comprehensive financial analysis during the divorce process.
Financial analysisAsset evaluationDiscovery call
Asset Division
Division of marital assets including separate and community property, equity benefits, and investment accounts.
Community property divisionSeparate propertyInvestment accountsEquity buyout analysis
Spousal Support Calculations
Calculation of spousal and child support values.
Spousal supportChild supportMSOL Report
Marital Settlement Agreement
Memorializing financial allocation decisions in a formal agreement.
MSA preparationFinancial allocation documentation
Marital Standard of Living (MSOL) Agreement
In-depth analysis of supplemental variables that determine support values.
MSOL analysisSupport analysis
Post-Divorce Budget Guidance
Budgeting services to help manage assets after divorce.
After divorce budgetingFinancial management education
Credentials & Certifications
Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA)
J.D. (Juris Doctor)
Certified Divorce Lending Professional (CDLP)
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"Recently, I referred my girlfriend to Karen Sparks."
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes DFS different from other financial professionals? +
DFS specializes exclusively in divorce finances - the only financial analysis work they handle is related to divorce. They have a CDFA who also has a J.D., understanding both the legal process and financial implications.
Who does DFS work with? +
DFS works with individuals/couples, mediators/family law attorneys, and collaborative divorce teams. They can work with one party or the couple, represented or not.
What is the DFS process? +
The DFS process includes: 1) Discovery call (45 min), 2) Financial document acquisition, 3) Verification meeting, 4) Spousal support calculations, 5) Asset division, 6) Marital Settlement Agreement.
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