Donna S. Cates, CRPC, CDFA - Money Matters Wealth Solutions

09/09/2026

09/09/2026

They’re finally trying. But what do you want?

Their change may be genuine, but you’re still allowed to ask:

“Is this still the life I want?”

Don’t let guilt or pressure make the decision for you.

Get clear. Know your options. Choose your future.

Learn more about the Divorce Financial Clarity Academy through the link in my bio or comments.

09/08/2026

The moment your spouse starts changing, you may suddenly feel pressured to make a decision.

“They're finally trying.”

“Maybe I need to give them another chance.”

“Maybe I can't leave now.”

But pause.

You don't have to decide just because they're changing.

You can observe.

Is the change consistent?

Are they taking responsibility for the past?

Are they changing because they genuinely understand the impact of their actions—or because divorce suddenly feels real?

And perhaps most importantly:

Do you actually want to rebuild this relationship?

You don't have to know the answer immediately.

Give yourself space to think.

And use that time to get informed about the financial side too.

Because whether you ultimately stay or leave, you deserve to understand your financial position.

Their timeline doesn't have to become your timeline.

You get to decide when you're ready.

If you're considering divorce, learn more about the Divorce Financial Clarity Academy through the link in my bio or in the comment.

09/07/2026

Divorce may involve hundreds of thousands of dollars in assets, retirement accounts, housing decisions, support, and future income.

Yet many women are expected to make those decisions without ever being taught how to evaluate them.

For $297, the Divorce Financial Clarity Academy™ gives you six weeks of guided financial education designed specifically around divorce.

We’ll talk through the questions that can affect not only your settlement, but your life afterward.

Sometimes the most valuable investment you can make is understanding what you’re agreeing to.

Registration is open now. Check the link in my bio or comments.

09/06/2026

One of the hardest parts of divorce?

You’re often expected to make major financial decisions before you even know which questions you should be asking.

That’s exactly why I created the Divorce Financial Clarity Academy™.

Over six weeks, we’ll walk through the financial topics that can shape your settlement and your life afterward, step by step.

You don’t have to become a financial expert.

You just deserve enough clarity to make informed decisions.

Registration is now open. Link in bio or comments.

09/05/2026

Two things can be true at the same time.

Your spouse may genuinely be trying to change.

And you may still decide the marriage is over for you.

Their effort matters, but it doesn't erase your experience or obligate you to stay.

You’re allowed to pause, consider what’s changed, and decide what’s right for you.

And if you're considering divorce, financial clarity can help you make that decision with your eyes open.

Learn more about the Divorce Financial Clarity Academy through the link in my bio or comments.

09/04/2026

Maybe they're finally doing everything you've been asking for.

They're listening.
They're communicating.
They're showing up.
They're willing to go to counseling.
They're finally fighting for the marriage.

And instead of thinking, “This is exactly what I've always wanted,” you're thinking…

“Why now?”

Because you may have changed too.

After years of disappointment, feeling unheard, and hoping for something different, you may no longer want the same things you once did.

Their change can be genuine.

And you can still decide that this isn't the relationship you want anymore.

So instead of only asking:

“Are they finally changing?”

Ask:

“Do I still want this relationship?”

And if you don't know yet, that's okay.

You don't have to rush.

You can pause, observe, and think about what you want.

You can also start understanding your financial options while you work through the emotional ones.

Financial clarity won't make the decision for you. It simply helps you make it with your eyes open.

You don't owe anyone a decision because they've finally changed.

You are allowed to pause.

You are allowed to question.

And you are allowed to choose your future.

If you're considering divorce, learn more about the Divorce Financial Clarity Academy through the link in my bio or in the comment.

09/03/2026

Divorce comes with a lot of questions — and sometimes, the hardest part is simply knowing where to begin.

What should you be thinking about financially? What legal decisions could affect your future? And how do you take care of yourself emotionally while navigating it all?

That’s exactly why I created the free Second Saturday Divorce Workshop.

I’ll be joined by Lauren Self, Divorce Coach, and Jessie Hardy, Divorce Attorney, as we break down the emotional, legal, and financial sides of divorce in a way that feels practical, understandable, and manageable.

Whether divorce is something you’re only considering, you’re already in the middle of the process, or you’re preparing for your next chapter, you’ll leave with information that can help you feel more prepared and confident about your next steps.

You don’t need to figure everything out on your own. Sometimes, having the right information is the first step toward feeling more in control.

Register using the link in the comments 👇🏼

09/02/2026

One of the questions I hear most often from women going through divorce is:

“How do I know if I’m making the right financial decision?”

And underneath that question is usually another one:

“What if I get this wrong and it affects the rest of my life?”

I understand why that fear feels so heavy.

A decision that looks reasonable today can have a very different impact five, ten, or twenty years from now.

The house you desperately want to keep.

The retirement account you’re considering giving up.

The support amount that looks fine on paper.

The settlement you’re tempted to accept simply because you’re exhausted and want the divorce to be over.

These decisions deserve more than a rushed yes or no.

Inside the Divorce Financial Clarity Academy™️, we’re creating space to look at the bigger picture.

Not just:

“What can I get?”

But:

“What will help me build the life I want after this?”

Because someday, this divorce will no longer be the center of your life.

There will be a next chapter.

And the decisions you make now can help give that woman more choices, more stability, and more financial confidence.

Let’s make sure you’re thinking about her, too.