Month: December 2024
Karen Argetsinger on Navigating Divorce With a Narcissist (Ep. 12)

Karen Argetsinger on Navigating Divorce With a Narcissist (Ep. 12)

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How do you navigate divorce effectively with a narcissistic spouse? 

Join Gabrielle Clemens, JD, LLM, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, and Accredited Estate Planner, and guest Karen Argetsinger, an attorney and divorce mediator, as they unravel strategies to empower you through divorce mediation, helping ensure a controlled and cooperative resolution.

Together, they share ways to help navigate this difficult terrain with strategies tailored for challenging personalities, including the innovative shuttle mediation approach. 

This episode provides actionable insights on divorce mediation, handling narcissistic spouses, and achieving peace through strategic planning!

Key talking points include:

  • The benefits of mediation over litigation, especially when dealing with narcissism
  • The effectiveness of shuttle mediation to maintain control and ensure a fair process
  • Real-life examples of resolving conflicts even in complex situations
  • Gaining confidence in setting up a supportive team to navigate challenging divorce dynamics
  • And more!

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About Our Guest:

Karen Argetsinger is a mediator and collaborative attorney concentrating her practice on Family, Probate, Health, Employment, and Elder Law. Karen has over 20 years of legal background which included law firm experience at Hale and Dorr, LLP (currently Wilmer Hale) and Warner & Stackpole, LLP (currently Kirkpatrick & Lockhart, LLP) along with experience as a law clerk and independent consultant. She was a judicial intern for over a year with the United States District Court Magistrate, Honorable Judith Dein.

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Can You Keep the House? Mortgage Moves You Must Know with Katie Greeley (Ep. 11)

Can You Keep the House? Mortgage Moves You Must Know with Katie Greeley (Ep. 11)

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Divorce is hard enough—figuring out what to do with your home doesn’t have to feel like another mountain to climb.

This week, Gabrielle Clemens, JD, LLM, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst and Accredited Estate Planner, sits down with Katie Greeley, Certified Divorce Lending Professional (CDLP), to discuss the options. Whether you’re thinking about selling, refinancing, or buying out your spouse, Gabrielle and Katie break it down in simple, straightforward terms.

From understanding how spousal support fits into mortgage applications to tackling high-interest rates or tricky separation agreements, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you make decisions you can feel good about. Because it’s all about helping you gain confidence, clarity, and financial independence as you move forward.

Key Insights:

  • Why a CDLP Matters: Discover how a CDLP bridges the gap between legal and financial challenges in divorce, offering customized solutions
  • Deciding on the Marital Home: Should you sell, refinance, or buy out your spouse? Learn how to choose the best path for your situation
  • Spousal Support and Income Documentation: Understand the requirements for using spousal support as qualifying income for a mortgage
  • Refinancing in High-Rate Markets: Explore options like HELOCs and second mortgages to minimize financial strain
  • Drafting Effective Separation Agreements: Ensure your agreement protects you from future liabilities and supports your goals
  • Short- vs. Long-Term Planning: Make strategic refinancing decisions based on your future plans
  • And much more!

Resources:

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Connect with Katharine Greeley:

About Our Guest:

Katie Greeley is an experienced mortgage professional with a background in project management and financial services. She brings a well-rounded perspective to her clients. She holds a B.A. from the Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst and an M.B.A. in Finance and Marketing from Boston College’s Carroll School of Management.

Active in Greater Boston’s real estate and mortgage communities, Katie specializes in guiding clients through major life transitions such as divorce, loss of a spouse, or relocation. She also helps integrate mortgage financing into broader financial plans, working with everyone from first-time homebuyers to seasoned investors.

Katie focuses on education, communication, and preparation to ensure a smooth, stress-free financing process.

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