Divorce Blog

Posts by Karen Stewart

Karen Stewart is the Founder and CEO of Fairway Divorce Solutions, the first national divorce franchise company that is changing the way divorce happens and Bumble Bees Venture Capital, a VC with a strong social cause supporting the Female Economy and Tech while specializing in Series B opportunities. Karen is also Published Author, Speaker who is committed to disrupting both outdated thinking, markets and products.

Karen has over 25 years of experience in the business/financial world. She is experienced as a Financial Planner, Stockbroker, Insurance Agent, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, Chartered Mediator, innovator and entrepreneur. She has previously founded, built and sold 5 businesses and today is focused on disrupting the Divorce Industry and Supporting women in leadership and building a national Venture Capital firm with a strong investment thesis and cause.

Karen is also an active blogger, writer, the published author of the best-selling book "Clean Break" and sought after by various media outlets for her advice and speaking engagements.

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Unknown Finances After Divorce

Finances after divorce can be daunting. Read about Adele, a 59-year-old woman who puts together a detailed budget but forgets all the hidden costs when going through a divorce.

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Timeout: The Importance of Stepping Away

Discover the benefits of choosing to give yourself a timeout so that you can communicate what you mean instead of things you might regret to your spouse, ex-spouse, or partner.

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Life After Divorce: What to Expect

Read a few things that you will learn to appreciate after your divorce. Life after Divorce can be positive but it all about how you approach it.

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Changing Relationships and The Holidays

Divorce is stressful. Add the complications of parenting and family relationships over the holidays and it can be chaos. Read some common sense and practical steps for making the Christmas and other celebrated holidays less stressful and more enjoyable for children and parents.

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Supporting Friends and Family through Divorce

There is no question that for those who are trying to help their loved ones through divorce — your words matter a lot. That brings with it a huge responsibility and sometimes a burden you did not sign up for.

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The Connotation of Life After Divorce

Read a few things that you will learn to appreciate after your divorce. Life after Divorce can be positive but it’s all about how you approach it.

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Helping Your Child Adjust After Divorce

We discuss how to best support children after divorce. Here are ways that you, as parents, can help make the adjustments a little easier for your kids.

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Mediation Puts Best Interests of Children First

In divorce, the best interests of children can be lost. But divorce mediation is meant to put importance on the kids as they should.

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Effects of Divorce on School Aged Children

Learn about how school-aged children respond to divorce and separation from a first-hand account of an educator.

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Calgary Stampede sees an increase in Post Stampede Divorces

CTV Calgary Interviews Karen Stewart about the year over year trend in the increase of divorces after The Calgary Stampede. See how you might avoid being a statistic.

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Stampeding Responsibly with a Few Helpful Hints

Whether single or married, Stampede gives us an opportunity to have fun. Get helpful tips on how to enjoy Stampede but not destroy your marriage at the same time.

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Make Valentine’s Day about Gratitude

Valentine’s Day is not just about romantic dinners with a significant other. Valentine’s day can be simply about having gratitude and sharing a thank you with those you care about.

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What are Grounds for Divorce in Canada?

In Canada, there are three grounds for divorce: separation, adultery, and cruelty. In order to receive a court application for divorce, it is required that you identify the ground on which you are seeking divorce.

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Why are Divorces so Expensive?

Why are divorces so expensive? Why do they leave couples financially (and emotionally) destitute when everything is said and done? Here we look at how we can save costs and emotional trauma when faced with divorce.

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Get Your Spouse to Agree to Divorce Mediation

Divorce mediation can help take the sting, financially and otherwise, out of divorce. Learn what divorce mediation can do for you.

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