Preparing For The Next Chapter

Name: Preparing For The Next Chapter
Start: 2026-06-20T09:30:00-05:00
End: 2026-06-20T10:30:00-05:00
Location: Collinsville Memorial Library Center

Schedule

Sat Jun 20 2026 at 09:30 am to 10:30 am

UTC-05:00

Location

Collinsville Memorial Library Center | Collinsville, IL

Preparing for the Next Chapter: Making Confident Housing Decisions After Divorce
What if preparing for life after divorce could feel intentional instead of rushed?
As divorce reaches resolution, one of the biggest questions becomes: What comes next?
Housing decisions whether to keep, sell, buy, or downsize can feel overwhelming, especially when emotions and finances are closely intertwined. This session is designed to help you approach your next step with clarity instead of urgency.
Together with a real estate professional and a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, you’ll gain insight into both the practical and financial sides of post-divorce housing so you can make decisions that support not just today, but your future as well.
What You’ll Explore in This Session:
• How to determine what you can truly afford after divorce—not just what you qualify for
• Key financial considerations before buying, selling, or keeping a home
• How housing decisions impact your long-term financial stability
• Timing your move and avoiding rushed decisions during emotional transitions
• Understanding the trade-offs between home, lifestyle, and financial flexibility
Featured Speakers:
Terri Schneider, CDFA® – Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® & Wealth Advisor
Terri specializes in helping individuals understand the financial impact of divorce decisions. She brings clarity to cash flow, asset division, and long-term financial planning so participants can better understand the real-life consequences of different divorce paths before decisions are made.
Sheila Riggs – Realtor
Sheila is dedicated to creating trusted, clear, and supportive experiences for her clients. She will address both the emotional and practical sides of housing transitions, including preparing a home for sale, understanding market timing versus personal readiness, and creating a smoother, more confident transition into the next chapter.
Session Takeaway:
• A clear framework to evaluate housing decisions with confidence
• Greater awareness of the long-term financial impact of your choices
• Tools to align your next home with your overall life and financial goals
• Guidance to move from emotional overwhelm… to thoughtful, intentional decisions