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Step 2: Protect yourself financially
Divorce is like losing a lawsuit, filing for bankruptcy and being audited all rolled into one. If you're not very clear about what you want, the settlement can be disastrous.

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Step 3: Manage your investments
You may suddenly find yourself in the unfamiliar role of managing your own investments. Even if you delegate the job to an adviser, you'll want to know enough to keep tabs on your portfolio.

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