Personal credit should always be reviewed prior to divorce to allow time to build it or improve it. Strong credit is necessary post-divorce to rent a home, qualify for a mortgage or to buy/lease a car, therefore it is important to know where you stand and establish a plan. The first step in addressi...

Mary Robinson, CNN Hero and Founder of two children’s grief support centers, including Imagine, A Center for Coping with Loss which opened in Westfield in 2011, has opened a private practice in Madison, NJ. “My focus and area of specialty is on grief and loss and life transitions of all types for ch...

At Coldwell Banker Realty in New Jersey and Rockland County, New York for 2021 WESTFIELD – Coldwell Banker Realty in New Jersey and Rockland County, New York is pleased to announce that The Jean Marie Morgan Team was the No. 1 small sales team (1-3 members) in the company for 2021 based on gross com...

One of the most common concerns in divorce, after custody of the children is whether one spouse should continue living in the marital home. Most likely, the home has significant emotional meaning as it probably represents heartfelt memories of raising your family during happier times. It could provi...

WESTFIELD — The Board of Trustees of New Jersey Festival Orchestra (NJFO) cordially invites the community to head on over to support the Arts at the 2022 NJFO grand fundraising Gala “Wild Wild West” on Saturday, April 23 at Echo Lake Country Club in Westfield. In making the announcement earlier this...

Anyone experiencing a divorce is most likely thinking about the future well-being of their children, cash flow, living arrangements, or even employment options. The last thing on their minds is probably their personal credit. Your personal credit is an important part of your finances and should be m...

Find the Right Realtor A sale killer is hiring the wrong broker. Make sure you have a broker who is totally informed. They must constantly monitor the multiple listing service (MLS), know what properties are going on the market and know the comps in your neighborhood. Find a broker who embraces tech...

The long-running coronavirus pandemic has fueled a lot of anxieties – including financial ones. But some people have had far fewer worries than others. Consider this: Among those investors who work with a financial advisor, 84% said that doing so gave them a greater sense of comfort about their fina...

January is the time for New Year’s resolutions and to reflect on goals for the upcoming year. Personally, I love this time of year for that reason. Four years ago, I spearheaded an initiative to inspire the financial empowerment of women and named the group Women of Clarity TM. I challenged women to...

As you know, inflation heated up in 2021, following years of pretty stable – and low – numbers. And now, early in 2022, we’re still seeing elevated prices. As a consumer, you may need to adjust your activities somewhat, but as an investor, how should you respond to inflation? First, it helps to know...