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Getting your ducks in a row

5 replies

SmallIslands · 24/07/2023 15:45

Is there a really good list somewhere of things you need to do before getting a divorce, especially from someone showing narcissistic traits?

So far I have:

Open own bank account
Get a credit card in my own name
Get a utility bill in my own name (for proof of id)
Get my own email that he has no access to
Talk to friends for advice and support

OP posts:
omgsally · 24/07/2023 15:53

Marriage cert.
All financial info - house, savings, pensions, shares etc
Keep copies at a trusted friends house and/or email copies to yourself
Get copies of all other important docs like passport

TiptoeThroughTheToadstools · 24/07/2023 16:02

Look at your will and if you have life insurance or mortgage protection, who is the beneficiary.

Twazique · 25/07/2023 08:44

Save up points from Tesco/Boots/Amazon/Watersones etc.

billy1966 · 25/07/2023 19:15

Ask friends to hold money or useful items that you can sift away for your new home.

Do a clear out and move sheets, duvets, towels, cutlery, plates, cups, pots, anything he might not notice.

Most friends could take a few boxes.
These will save you money.

Vouchers for shops you use.

Shore up as much support as possible.

Twazique · 26/07/2023 11:27

Service/MOT car

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