So Money with Farnoosh Torabi 1851: Ask Farnoosh: Navigating Financial Dilemmas: From Divorce to Job Toxicity and Starting a Business
Jul 11, 2025
Discover practical advice on tackling financial challenges like divorce and toxic workplaces. Learn about starting investment accounts for kids and the risks associated with the 'stay-at-home girlfriend' trend. Hear tips for navigating career choices and the importance of calculated risks in entrepreneurship. The discussion also covers essential steps for launching a business, including setting up financial accounts and the need for professional guidance. Get insights on investment platforms to help you and your family secure a brighter financial future.
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Risks of Financial Dependency
- Financial dependence on a partner without legal protections is risky and dangerous.
- Cultural pressures sometimes glamorize staying financially dependent, but reality can be harsh if the relationship ends.
Divorce Decisions: Heart vs. Wealth
- When considering divorce, weigh emotional fulfillment over financial fear.
- Fear of lost home equity shouldn't keep you in an unhappy marriage without love.
Couple's Interim Divorce Plan
- A couple staying together during a recession kept their marriage afloat due to a declining home value.
- They lived separately under one roof while planning divorce for financial stability.