Wealth Protection Management - Lili A. Vasileff Divorce Financial Planner

11/03/2026

💡Remain Calm: How To Reset Your Budget After a Pay Cut Without Spiraling

I was recently quoted on AOL via MoneyLion about how to reset your budget after experiencing a pay cut—and one of the key points I emphasized is that a significant change in income is about much more than the numbers.

Here are 5 important takeaways:
- Create a new budget based on your current income and establish a realistic income floor.
- Prioritize essential expenses like housing, food, transportation and utilities while reducing discretionary spending.
- Be proactive with major bills. If your income changes significantly, communicate early with your landlord, mortgage servicer or other creditors.
- Recognize the emotional impact. A significant pay cut can be a major life transition, not simply a change in your finances.
- Give yourself time to adapt. As I shared in the article:
“There needs to be a window of time where people really digest what they’ve been through. This is stepping into a new world. You’re testing yourself and you’re testing the waters.”

Financial planning isn’t just about managing money—it’s also about navigating life’s transitions with clarity, perspective and confidence.
Read more here: https://wealthprotectionmanagement.com/aol-remain-calm-how-to-reset-your-budget-after-a-pay-cut-without-spiraling/

10/28/2026

💔 Divorce is emotional. The financial decisions don’t have to be. 💰

Divorce can bring some of the most important financial decisions of your life. Understanding your options — and making informed choices — can make all the difference.

📘 Money and Divorce: Your Essential Roadmap to Mastering Financial Decisions by nationally acclaimed divorce financial expert Lili Vasileff provides a comprehensive, practical guide to navigating the financial side of divorce before, during, and after the process.

⭐️ “Lili goes over virtually every aspect of divorce finances and answers your questions in a straightforward, no-nonsense, yet kind and thoughtful manner.”

⭐️ “As a divorce lawyer of more than 50 years, I have never read a more excellent or detailed discussion of a topic that impacts at least 50% of marriages.”

Whether you're:
✔️ Preparing for divorce
✔️ Navigating financial decisions during divorce
✔️ A family law attorney or mediator
✔️ Helping clients understand the financial impact of divorce

This book offers valuable insight to help you better understand divorce finances, financial planning, assets, and long-term financial decisions — and avoid potentially costly mistakes.

👉 Get your copy today:
https://wealthprotectionmanagement.com/the-book/

10/20/2026

I’m delighted to have been part of this important special issue of Family Court Review, co-edited with Alexandra Crampton.

It’s a privilege to contribute to a collection exploring how culture, collaboration, and innovative approaches to conflict resolution can advance family justice across borders.

My co-authored article, “The Evolving Team: Vulnerability and Trust in the Collaborative Divorce Process—A Roadmap for Professionals,” explores how trust, vulnerability, and shared responsibility strengthen interdisciplinary teams in Collaborative Divorce. We examine how attorneys, mental health professionals, and financial neutrals can work together effectively, with insights that extend to the broader field of family dispute resolution.

Congratulations to all the contributors on this thoughtful and meaningful collection!
https://lnkd.in/p/eqVXGb62

Delighted to share that the 2026 Family Court Review Special Issue: Family Justice Across Borders: Culture, Courts, and Conflict Resolution…is out! I had the pleasure of serving as special issue co-editor alongside the wonderful Alexandra Crampton, curating nine research articles from scholars and...

10/20/2026

I was honored to be part of Family Conflict During a Pandemic: Stories of Struggle and Hope, a book that brings together stories, advice, compassion and hope during an extraordinarily challenging time.

The book features contributions from more than 90 mediators and related professionals, along with artists, politicians and others who share their perspectives and experiences.

I’m especially pleased to have contributed a chapter on late-life divorce — a topic that deserves more attention as more people navigate divorce and financial decisions later in life.

My hope is that my contribution will both inspire and engage readers who may be facing this difficult transition or supporting someone who is.

📖 Get the book on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B093MQP11B?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_2YCWWE3957NCAY638Y5Z

You can also explore my other books and publications here:
https://wealthprotectionmanagement.com/the-book/

10/14/2026

Did you know your financial picture can change significantly after divorce?

One of the most important steps you can take after divorce is to understand your new financial situation and create a plan for what comes next.

Whether you’re working through your finances during divorce or rebuilding your financial life afterward, having the right information and tools can make the process feel much more manageable.

I’ve created a resources page with free financial tools and worksheets to help you get organized, understand your finances, and take confident steps toward your next chapter.

Explore my free resources here:
https://wealthprotectionmanagement.com/additional-resources/resources-to-help-you-get-organized/

10/07/2026

Remarriage is an exciting new chapter, but it also comes with important financial decisions that shouldn’t be overlooked.

In this article, I shared my perspective on how financial advisors can help clients navigate remarriage — not by telling them whether or not they should marry, but by creating an open, positive conversation about their financial lives.

Instead of cautioning a client not to remarry, I recommend a different approach:

“Host a meeting with the client and the would-be spouse. Frame it as a positive, get-acquainted chat.”

Talking openly about money, assets, debt, financial goals, children, estate planning and a prenuptial agreement can help couples build a stronger financial foundation for their future together.

I’m pleased to be featured in this MarketWatch article discussing the financial considerations of remarriage and why thoughtful financial planning matters when love and money come together.

Read the full article:
https://wealthprotectionmanagement.com/marketwatch-is-this-marriage-for-love-or-money-i-always-recommend-a-prenup/

10/01/2026

Financial abuse can make separation far more complicated than simply saying, “Just leave.”

For someone experiencing financial abuse, taking steps toward separation can involve significant financial, emotional, and safety considerations.

In my recent conversation on the Dominate Law Podcast, we discuss why attorneys and support professionals need to help clients rebuild financial control, protect sensitive information, and prepare for unexpected changes.

These clients need more than legal advice. They need thoughtful planning and a professional team that understands the complexities of financial abuse.

I’m grateful for the opportunity to have this important conversation and help bring greater awareness to an issue that can often remain hidden.

🎙️ Watch the episode here:
https://lnkd.in/gZAEhZxp

09/29/2026

What happens when divorce professionals rethink their traditional roles?

I’m pleased to share a newly published, co-authored article in Family Court Review through Wiley Online Library: “The Evolving Team: Vulnerability and Trust in the Collaborative Divorce Process—A Roadmap for Professionals.”

The Collaborative Divorce Process asks attorneys, mental health professionals, and financial neutrals to move beyond traditional professional boundaries and work together in a fundamentally different way.

This article explores how trust, vulnerability, humility, and shared responsibility shape effective interdisciplinary teams—and how each professional’s role evolves throughout the process. From attorneys becoming process stewards, to mental health professionals serving as facilitators, and financial professionals acting as neutral educators, the strength of the model lies in how these roles come together.

The article also examines the importance of professional coordination, pre- and post-meeting reflection, navigating team challenges, and maintaining the integrity of the collaborative process.

Although rooted in Collaborative Divorce, these insights have broader implications for interdisciplinary family dispute resolution and the future of family justice.

Read the full article and explore the evolving role of the collaborative professional team:
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/fcre.70102

09/22/2026

💰 11 Financial Clues Your Spouse May Be Preparing for Divorce

After more than 25 years working on the financial aspects of more than 1,300 divorce cases, I’ve learned that spouses are rarely in sync when it comes to deciding to file for divorce. Often, one spouse has already begun preparing before the other realizes what is happening.

In my article for Money.com, I explore 11 financial clues that may indicate your spouse is preparing for a divorce, including:

🔹 Hiding money or unexplained missing funds
🔹 Stopping direct deposits into joint accounts
🔹 Making large cash withdrawals
🔹 Secretive credit card activity or changes in where financial mail is sent
🔹 Reducing contributions to savings or retirement accounts
🔹 Taking out unexpected loans
🔹 Sudden changes in spending or financial behavior
🔹 Unusual gifts, trips, or other unexpected financial activity

There can also be warning signs when your spouse suddenly becomes unusually negative about their income, career, business prospects, bonuses, or future earning potential.

Divorce can have win-lose, win-win, or lose-lose outcomes. Preparation helps your case. The earlier you recognize that divorce may be imminent, the better positioned you can be to understand your finances and prepare for what comes next.

If you’re concerned about changes in your spouse’s financial behavior, don’t ignore the warning signs. Get informed, organize your financial records, and understand your financial picture.

📖 Read my full article: “11 Financial Clues That Your Spouse Wants a Divorce”
https://wealthprotectionmanagement.com/11-financial-clues-that-your-spouse-wants-a-divorce/

09/16/2026

💰 What if you think your spouse is hiding money or assets, delaying the discovery process, or not reporting their real income?

During divorce, financial transparency is critical.

In this video, I discuss:
🔎 Why you might have reason to be suspicious
💵 What types of assets or income may warrant closer examination
📋 How to obtain the financial information you need
👩‍💼 Who you may need to hire to uncover what is hidden
🌎 What to consider when assets may be held overseas
⚖️ How to weigh the potential financial benefit against the cost of investigating

The first question I recommend asking is: Why do I have reason to be suspicious?

From there, you can determine what you're looking for, how to find the information, and whether pursuing the investigation makes financial sense.

I cover methods for identifying and uncovering hidden assets, lost or hidden income, and the professionals who may be able to help in my book, Money & Divorce: The Essential Roadmap to Mastering Financial Decisions.
https://wealthprotectionmanagement.com/the-book/

Sometimes, you simply have to follow the money to your satisfaction — and I can help you determine whether it's worth it.

🎥 Watch my video here: What If You Suspect a Spouse Is Hiding Assets or Income? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SFajSIfhICY&