Can You Keep the House? Mortgage Moves You Must Know with Katie Greeley (Ep. 11)
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:
- “Marriage Is About Love Divorce Is About Money®” by Gabrielle Clemens
Connect with Gabrielle Clemens:
- LinkedIn: Gabrielle Clemens
- Instagram: @gabbyclemensdivorce
- GabrielleClemens.com
- Phone: (781) 910-4770
Connect with Katharine Greeley:
- LinkedIn: Katharine Greeley
- US Bank: Katie Greeley
- 617-852-8329
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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