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Navigate divorce and protect your future with a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® in your corner.

You're facing one of life's most overwhelming transitions and are expected to make permanent financial decisions in the middle of it. As your Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA®), we’ll help you understand what's fair, protect what matters most to you, and guide you into your next chapter with financial confidence.

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You deserve someone who sees the full picture and advocates for your future.

Right now, you might be wondering: How do I protect my kids' futures after divorce? What if I don't understand the financial implications until it's too late? Can I trust that this settlement is actually fair? Will I have enough money to maintain my lifestyle?

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Here's what you need to know: once divorce agreements are signed, they're permanent. 

There's no going back to fix what wasn't right the first time as property settlements are typically non-modifiable.

That's exactly why working with a divorce financial advisor matters. You need someone who can analyze settlement options, identify what's fair and what's not, and make sure you're not signing away your financial security.

Verdant Bloom provides divorce financial consulting that honors both your numbers and what you care about most

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We don’t lead with spreadsheets.

We start with you.

Every client engagement begins by understanding what matters most to you: your priorities, your fears, your hopes for what comes next. 

Then we dive into the financial details: analyzing assets, running projections, identifying gaps, and building settlement strategies designed around your real life.

What makes our approach different

With us, you gain not only divorce-focused financial expertise, but an advocate who understands the weight of this transition - and won’t let you make decisions you’ll look back on with regret years or decades from now.

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Advanced financial expertise

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Advocacy you can trust

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Compassionate support

“Working with Kristen was one of the best decisions I made during an incredibly complicated and overwhelming process. She guided me through every step with a rare combination of deep expertise, patience, and genuine empathy. During mediation, she sat right beside me, helping me stay grounded and confident. She had an exceptional ability to break down intricate details into terms I could actually understand, which made a huge difference in my ability to make informed decisions.

Beyond her intelligence and professionalism, her calm and reassuring presence truly set her apart. She provided clarity and peace of mind during one of the most stressful times in my life. I’m incredibly grateful for her support and would highly recommend her to anyone going through a divorce.

— J.N.

How a divorce financial analyst helps you get it right

  • We’ll analyze proposed settlements, identify potential long-term consequences, and help you understand what you're actually agreeing to: pre-tax vs. post-tax assets, liquidity concerns, future cash flow implications and more.

  • From business valuations and pension calculations to stock options and real estate, we bring specialized expertise to cases involving substantial or complicated assets.

  • We model different settlement scenarios to see how they impact your day-to-day finances, retirement security, and ability to fund priorities like your children's education.

  • We can serve as your expert witness in court or be present during mediation to advocate for your interests in real-time.

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Expertise you can trust, led by Kristen Roy, CDFA®, CFP®

As both a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA®) and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®), Kristen Roy brings a unique combination of specialized divorce expertise and comprehensive wealth management knowledge to every case.

What this means for you:

  • She understands the nuances of divorce law and settlement structures

  • She can analyze complex financial scenarios and long-term implications

  • She’s equipped to guide you through this transition and support your financial future afterward

Professional Affiliations

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“Kristen was an incredible advocate during my complex divorce case. She was professional and accessible with the right amount of directness coupled with compassion. She has a keen eye and was able to catch and raise questions that aided in reaching a fair outcome. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to anyone going through this process, she is worth every penny.”

— L.R.

What to expect when you work with Verdant Bloom Divorce Consulting

Step One:
Free Intro Meeting

We'll talk about your situation, your concerns, and whether divorce financial advisor help is the right fit. This is a no-pressure conversation intended to create clarity for what your next step should be.

Step Two:
Financial Discovery

We gather information about your assets, income, expenses, and goals. Then we analyze the full financial picture and identify opportunities and risks.

Step Three:
Settlement Consulting

Whether you're in mediation or headed to court, expect support with settlement analysis, advocacy at negotiations, and planning for your post-divorce financial life.

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Ready for financial expertise that helps you flourish post-divorce?

You don't have to navigate the financial side of divorce alone. Schedule a free consultation, and let's talk about how divorce financial consulting can protect your future.