390: Financial Clarity in Divorce - Why Forensic Accounting Could Be Your Secret Weapon

390: Financial Clarity in Divorce - Why Forensic Accounting Could Be Your Secret Weapon

Author: Clever Girl Finance December 2, 2025 Duration: 45:34

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On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Tracy Coenen, a forensic accountant with over 25 years of experience uncovering financial secrets in everything from corporate fraud to high net worth divorces. Tracy didn't originally plan on this path, she once dreamed of becoming a prison warden and pursued a criminology degree.

But a college class on financial crime reignited her childhood love for solving mysteries, leading her to become a CPA and expert in finding hidden money. Today, she's best known for helping women navigate the financial side of divorce with clarity, confidence, and the tools to protect themselves when trust has been broken.

What Tracy discussed:

  • Her unique journey from criminology student to forensic accountant.

  • The role a forensic accountant plays in helping women uncover financial deception and protect their assets during divorce.

  • A powerful case example where she helped a woman navigate the financial side of divorce.

  • Red flags that may indicate financial dishonesty in a relationship—even before divorce.

  • First financial steps women should take when preparing for or going through divorce.

  • How women who haven't managed household finances can begin to take ownership during divorce.

  • Unique challenges faced by high-income women and how to protect their assets.

  • The difference between a divorce attorney and a forensic accountant—and how they work together.

  • Common financial mistakes women make during divorce and how to avoid them.

  • How to financially rebuild after divorce, especially from a place of uncertainty or limited income.

  • What to do if you suspect your partner is hiding money but don't know where to start.

AND SO MUCH MORE

 

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