“My Spouse CONTROLS Our Money!” How to Escape This Financial Dependence Trap

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You're working hard, on your way to financial independence. But what happens when your entire financial world gets turned upside down? That’s exactly what today’s guest, Alison Kosik, experienced. As a CNN business correspondent, Alison spent years covering Wall Street and breaking down complex financial topics—yet, when it came to her own finances, she had zero control. After years of leaving money decisions up to her husband, she found herself trapped in a marriage she wanted to leave but couldn’t afford to.

Today, Alison opens up about how she rebuilt her financial independence from scratch after divorce. She shares the exact steps she took to regain control over her finances, start investing with confidence, and set herself up for true independence—all while balancing the emotional and financial challenges of starting over.

We’ll also discuss how to break free from financial dependence, why so many people—especially women—unknowingly give up financial control in relationships, and what you can do right now to protect yourself, no matter your situation. Whether you're single, happily married, or somewhere in between, these lessons are for everyone. Don't wait until it's too late to take charge of your financial future!

00:00 Intro
03:17 Having ZERO Financial Control
07:00 The Slippery Slope
12:59 Getting Divorced and Taking Control
18:33 Investing and Budgeting by Herself
25:24 Alison's Current Finances
26:17 Grab Alison's Book!