What is a Certified Divorce

Financial Analyst? (CDFA®)

A CDFA ® is a professional who specializes in helping individuals navigate the financial aspects of divorce.

What is a Certified Divorce

Financial Analyst? (CDFA®)

A CDFA ® is a professional who specializes in helping individuals navigate the financial aspects of divorce.

Here are Several Ways

we can help as a CDFA®!

Financial Analysis

We analyze the financial information of both spouses, including assets, debts, income, expenses, and investments, to provide a comprehensive financial overview.

Asset Division

We assist in the equitable division of assets and liabilities, considering tax implications, liquidity, and long-term financial impact.

Alimony and Child Support

We can help calculate appropriate alimony and child support payments based on the financial circumstances of both parties.

Retirement Planning

We assess the impact of divorce on retirement savings and develop strategies for managing retirement assets effectively.

Real Estate Decisions

We evaluate the financial consequences of selling or keeping the family home and provide insights to make informed decisions.

Financial Projections

We create financial projections and scenarios to help clients understand the potential outcomes of various settlement options.

Budgeting and Cash Flow Analysis

We assist clients in developing post-divorce budgets to ensure financial stability and sustainability.

Expert Witness Testimony

In some cases, we may serve as expert witnesses in court, providing financial testimony to support their clients' positions.

Here are Several Ways we can help as a CDFA®!

Financial Analysis

We analyze the financial information of both spouses, including assets, debts, income, expenses, and investments, to provide a comprehensive financial overview.

Asset Division

We assist in the equitable division of assets and liabilities, considering tax implications, liquidity, and long-term financial impact.

Alimony and Child Support

We can help calculate appropriate alimony and child support payments based on the financial circumstances of both parties.

Retirement Planning

We assess the impact of divorce on retirement savings and develop strategies for managing retirement assets effectively.

Real Estate Decisions

We evaluate the financial consequences of selling or keeping the family home and provide insights to make informed decisions.

Financial Projections

We create financial projections and scenarios to help clients understand the potential outcomes of various settlement options.

Budgeting and Cash Flow Analysis

We assist clients in developing post-divorce budgets to ensure financial stability and sustainability.

Expert Witness Testimony

In some cases, we may serve as expert witnesses in court, providing financial testimony to support their clients' positions.

Meet Angela

Certified Divorce Financial Analyst®

Certified Divorce Lending Professional

Angela Deaton has been a Senior Loan Officer with 20 year’s experience in the lending industry.

Angela received her certifications as a became a Certified Divorce Lending Professional (2019) as well as a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst ® (2021) These certifications give her the additional knowledge and training for working with clients going through a divorce. She works closely with clients as well as their attorneys, mediators, and tax advisors to ensure they are well advised and As a CDFA ®, Angela now offers consulting calls as well as consulting packages to work closely with divorcing clients on ALL financial aspects of their divorce. Angela lives in Frisco, Texas and has 3 older children (empty nester!). As a divorced mom herself, she has both personal and professional experience with divorce and all things financial. Her oldest son Jaxson attended West Point Military Academy where he played football and graduated in 2020. He currently serves our country as a Captain in the Army.

Her younger son Dawson played football for Texas Tech and was drafted by the Cleveland Browns in 2022. Her daughter Laney graduated from the University of Texas Austin where she graduated with honors in Special Education.

Meet Angela

Certified Divorce Financial Analyst®

Certified Divorce Lending Professional

Angela Deaton has been a Senior Loan Officer with 20 year’s experience in the lending industry.

Angela received her certifications as a became a Certified Divorce Lending Professional (2019) as well as a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst ® (2021) These certifications give her the additional knowledge and training for working with clients going through a divorce. She works closely with clients as well as their attorneys, mediators, and tax advisors to ensure they are well advised and As a CDFA ®, Angela now offers consulting calls as well as consulting packages to work closely with divorcing clients on ALL financial aspects of their divorce. Angela lives in Frisco, Texas and has 3 older children (empty nester!). As a divorced mom herself, she has both personal and professional experience with divorce and all things financial. Her oldest son Jaxson attended West Point Military Academy where he played football and graduated in 2020. He currently serves our country as a Captain in the Army.

Her younger son Dawson played football for Texas Tech and was drafted by the Cleveland Browns in 2022. Her daughter Laney graduated from the University of Texas Austin where she graduated with honors in Special Education.

Testimonials

By combining expert knowledge, great benefits and professional ongoing support,

you will get results — guaranteed. Don’t just take my word for it, hear what my past clients have to say.

Testimonials

By combining expert knowledge, great benefits and professional ongoing support,

you will get results — guaranteed. Don’t just take my word for it, hear what my past clients have to say.

Experienced, compassionate, and dedicated to your financial goals

Your Trusted Mortgage Guide

Angela has a great deal of experience with divorcing clients and specializes in putting her “personal touch” on each loan that comes across her desk. As a working mom, she understands all aspects of family needs and works hard to ensure each borrower gets the right loan for their specific situations. Home buyers will welcome how Angela will walk with them through the process of getting approved for their home loan…and in today’s challenging mortgage market it is critical to work with a team who can understand how to navigate this changing marketplace with knowledge and trust.

Angela lives in Frisco, Texas and has three older children. Her oldest son Jaxson attended West Point Military Academy where he played football and graduated in 2020. He currently serves our country as a Platoon Leader in the Army at Ford Hood in Texas.

Her younger son Dawson played football for Texas Tech and now plays in the NFL for the Cleveland Browns.

Her daughter Laney is a junior at the University of Texas where she carries a 3.9 GPA and is majoring in special education. In her free time, Angela enjoys traveling, reading, spending time with family, and exercising.