Episode 8: Navigating Financial Futures After Separation
In this episode of CE Family Law Conversations, Lauren Copeland, Director of CE Family Law, sits down with Cara Julian, Director of Brava Finance and author of "Why You Should Date Your Bank and Not Marry Them."
Cara shares her personal journey from financial vulnerability after separation to becoming a trusted mortgage broker specialising in helping people build financial confidence in the property market. They discuss making informed decisions about the family home, the strategic benefits of renting during your reset period, how separation impacts your borrowing capacity, and the importance of building a professional support team. Plus, they address common financial mistakes to avoid.
Whether you're wondering whether to keep the family home, considering renting as a strategic choice, or planning your next property purchase, this conversation offers practical guidance for navigating property and financial decisions during one of life's most challenging transitions.