National Association of Divorce Professionals | Patrick Wanzer | Connections Activity https://thenadp.com/members/pwanzer/activity/friends/ Activity feed for Patrick Wanzer's connections. Sun, 11 Oct 2026 22:00:06 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.7.00 en-US 30 hourly 2 0ede1d114a31f57838c22fa02f913dc4 Nicole Shapiro posted an update: https://thenadp.com/news-feed/p/7939/ Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:49:00 -0400 0 2c3944cd70d94c9f1418fde17145c3b8 Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=34124 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:10:42 -0400 Monthly Member Meeting | Protecting Divorce Settlements: Mortgage Risk and Fraud Prevention for Professionals

Divorce settlements often bring unique challenges where legal, financial, and emotional dynamics intersect. This course is designed for professionals who work with divorcing clients, including…

]]> f314d60a5e505c3c8001bc27fb071644 Nicole Shapiro replied to the discussion New Book - Break Free From the IRS: Taxes & Divorce - A Match Not Made in Heaven in the forum Members Forum https://thenadp.com/forums/discussion/new-book-break-free-from-the-irs-taxes-divorce-a-match-not-made-in-heaven/#post-34044 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:51:44 -0400 Reply to New Book - Break Free From the IRS: Taxes & Divorce - A Match Not Made in Heaven

Thank you Patrick for sharing this and welcome to The NADP!

]]> 106195b96ce94bd899622b60fd1bf21c Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=33844 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 21:46:33 -0500 Monthly Member Meeting | What Divorce Professionals Need to Know About Estate Planning

This presentation explores the critical intersection of family law and estate planning, addressing the very real and often-overlooked estate planning risks that arise when a…

]]> 70255fc3e35112a3fcee913cc9a8dd5a Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=33655 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 19:01:29 -0500 Special Needs Chapter Meeting | Transition Challenges Faced by Parents of Children with Special Needs

FamilyKind’s services support families, especially those navigating the often turbulent times around parental separation and divorce. Lesley Friedland and Stephanie Jones will present some of…

]]> ecfa99aa44e7c271152b9d6601d6be85 Noel Cookman joined the group Leaders Connect https://thenadp.com/news-feed/p/7763/ Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:48:19 -0500 70ecb4004b1660690bf5180a9b1a31a9 Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=32760 Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:21:01 -0500 Marketing Workshop | Using AI in Social Media Successfully and Authentically — and Why LinkedIn is Your Secret Marketing Weapon in 2026

In this thought-provoking session, Sandy shows how to move beyond content creation and build real connection online. She introduces her H.O.P.E. method (Humanize, Organize, Personalize,…

]]> 715c5f245c1057df453b67277ae85388 Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=30563 Wed, 04 Jun 2025 00:32:09 -0400 Special Needs Chapter Meeting | Creating your Letter of Intent

This session is designed for professionals who support families raising loved ones with special needs. Dennis Farrar will share insights from both his personal and…

]]> 49826a2ead9b8c29f2b2bda19b498e62 Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=30374 Fri, 16 May 2025 21:11:11 -0400 Monthly Member Meeting | Divorce Coaches vs. Therapists: Clarifying the Distinct Roles in Divorce Support

Description:Divorce is a complex, multifaceted experience that profoundly impacts individuals emotionally, financially, and legally. This presentation will delve into the difference, similarities and powerful synergy…

]]> 8064c328743cfb9f409f3d9a22736ff7 Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=28888 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 20:37:32 -0500 Monthly Member Meeting | Financial pitfalls that you need to help your divorcing clients avoid

CLEs Approved for:1 General CLE Credit1 Marital and Family Law Certification Credit Description:Going through a divorce can be incredibly challenging, both emotionally and financially for…

]]> 94ff0fbc13b08c18d419379d410a0da3 Noel Cookman posted a new activity comment https://thenadp.com/news-feed/p/7322/#acomment-7323 Thu, 12 Sep 2024 16:57:52 -0400 This was VERY GOOD…as are all the DFW Chapter presentations. I am requesting an expanded presentation – maybe 2 hours. This lady knows the title landscape. It would be good for any state – even though it’s obviously Texas-centric – because of the general principles of conveyancing and encumbering that are nearly universal. A sharp mortgage…

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In reply to - Nicole Shapiro posted an update in the group Texas | DFW

September Ed Talk

Topic: How Does Divorce Effect Real Property Transactions?

Presenter: Autumn Bane, Senior Escrow Officer at Secured Title of Texas

]]> 4428251908c5cc399f89c06e02768777 Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=26029 Thu, 11 Jul 2024 14:46:02 -0400 How Reverse Mortgages Can Be The Light At The End Of A Dark Tunnel Speaker: Gwendolyn Griffin, Certified Reverse Mortgage Specialist and Certified Divorce Specialist

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FkkDepm6r0Y&ab_channel=NationalAssociationofDivorceProfessionalsAdmin

]]> 4b5adb63270ddcd5cc27e6d75de86509 Noel Cookman replied to the discussion Disputing Property Appraisal in the forum Members Forum https://thenadp.com/forums/discussion/disputing-property-appraisal/#post-21858 Mon, 10 Jun 2024 17:33:40 -0400 Reply to Disputing Property Appraisal

Thanks for being gracious. 😀

]]> 26bb0f0182fa6be7d478f950978947e0 Noel Cookman replied to the discussion Disputing Property Appraisal in the forum Members Forum https://thenadp.com/forums/discussion/disputing-property-appraisal/#post-21858 Mon, 10 Jun 2024 15:50:01 -0400 Reply to Disputing Property Appraisal

Apologies for late reply. I am organizing myself so I can keep up with communication. Thanks for your patience.

Highlights from my CLE course to attorneys on Valuation and Appraisals in Divorce.

1. Best way. Have the client who is the potential borrower (for a mortgage refi and possible buyout) apply with a Divorce-Lending pro. This is…

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]]> cae404889d129c8c2c79baef7a793c7f Noel Cookman replied to the discussion Disputing Property Appraisal in the forum Members Forum https://thenadp.com/forums/discussion/disputing-property-appraisal/#post-21858 Fri, 03 May 2024 19:13:26 -0400 Reply to Disputing Property Appraisal

New here. The issue is old and probably already settled. But, the most reliable appraisals in divorce are obtained the only way any appraisals are obtained when mortgage financing is needed – the lender orders/obtains the appraisal as part of the loan process. No other appraisal can even be viewed by the lender. This federalized…

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]]> 09b48c393b8f773718ebdcd99114d09c Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=24813 Tue, 23 Apr 2024 15:10:28 -0400 New NADP Application Process

We are thrilled to introduce our enhanced and simplified application process. Enclosed is a brief video guiding you through the steps. Additionally, we have provided…

]]> a7286370f3cb85092a7843add613bfa8 Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=24768 Thu, 18 Apr 2024 16:29:00 -0400 Monthly Member Meeting | Case Studies and Lessons Learned: How CDFAs Support Divorce Cases and Professionals

CLEs Approved for:1 General CLE Credit1 Marital and Family Law Certification Credit Overview:As Certified Divorce Financial Analysts (CDFAs), our role extends beyond mere number crunching;…

]]> a5a430be1d50921b2a8f806ce4630614 Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=24401 Wed, 03 Apr 2024 16:08:34 -0400 “Transition - Tips for Launching Special Needs Teens into Adulthood”

Description: As children with special needs transition to the teem and young adult years, their needs change significantly. Learn how to prepare for a successful…

]]> 98fd6eee399fd71af905e9abfaf42b36 Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=24158 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 19:06:12 -0400 Monthly Member Meeting | Navigating Alimony When the Divorcing Parties Have Been Married for 20 Years or More

Approved for:1 General CLE Credit1 Marital and Family Law Certification Credit Description: This presentation will be presented by attorney Lynne Strober from New Jersey and…

]]> ac4c8c169624a52f0c5439f02ebb206b Nicole Shapiro posted a new activity comment https://thenadp.com/marketing-workshop-more-clients-less-marketing-how-to-create-more-leads-and-income-by-doing-less/#comment-366 Wed, 13 Mar 2024 17:00:25 -0400 abbe683deb9a925ba89cc0b9a44d1722 Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=23775 Tue, 05 Mar 2024 19:44:38 -0500 Special Needs Chapter Meeting | Planning for Loved Ones with Special Needs

Our speaker is Donald T. Brown, ChFC, ChSNC, CASL, and founder of Special Needs Funding Coach, sharing about planning for loved ones with special needs, including…

]]> 9c66ebd4be307d74d7cc10d4446aa01b Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=22960 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 23:03:45 -0500 Marketing Workshop | Speaking for Free: A Surprisingly Profitable Way to Attract New Clients

Speaking has always been a great client-generation strategy, and with the massive move to virtual meetings, this opportunity has multiplied exponentially. How do you make…

]]> 2f0f164d71f3cfb369eec421839a43d3 Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=22925 Thu, 18 Jan 2024 00:59:19 -0500 Monthly Member Meeting | It’s Not About Us: Helping Clients Get and Stay on the High Road

CLEs Approved for: 1 Credit General Law1 Credit Marital & Family Law Description: Attorneys play a pivotal role in the divorce process, and the effects…

]]> 741384250989e5210216473d81a7a544 Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=22769 Wed, 10 Jan 2024 11:02:54 -0500 Special Needs Chapter Meeting

Title: Custody Considerations – Divorce and Transgender Youth CLE Credits: 1 Credit General Law Certification Credits: 1 Credit Marital & Family Law 1 Credit Juvenile…

]]> faa521f192d968cd2c18a865bad1566e Nicole Shapiro posted a new activity comment https://thenadp.com/marketing-workshop-more-clients-less-marketing-how-to-create-more-leads-and-income-by-doing-less/#comment-324 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 14:53:28 -0500 d34e977976165a7eef1485c639c9148a Nicole Shapiro posted an update in the group Special Needs: November Special Needs Ed Talk presented by Isabelle […] https://thenadp.com/news-feed/p/6624/ Thu, 09 Nov 2023 21:25:10 -0500 November Special Needs Ed Talk presented by Isabelle Grard and Ian Kansky

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYH-G0tgFJk&ab_channel=NationalAssociationofDivorceProfessionalsAdmin

]]> 752cf6c70b906a8831f211507526f20b Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=21292 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 19:20:03 -0400 Marketing Workshop | More Clients, Less Marketing: How to Create More Leads and Income by Doing LESS

Summary: Client generation is the life blood of your business. But with so many marketing options, how do you cut through the noise and find…

]]> 57c2880d0a1cdfa40469c1a4ad8e0de8 Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=21287 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 12:58:43 -0400 Monthly Member Meeting | Untying the Silver Knot: Exploring the Dynamics of Greying Divorce

CLEs Approved for:1 Credit General Law1 Credit Marital & Family Law1 Elder Law Description: Grey divorce refers to a phenomenon which is happening in divorce…

]]> 44a0373871015e66ad1e2cf45774b3e3 Nicole Shapiro posted an update in the group Special Needs: September Special Needs Ed Talk: Tax Planning […] https://thenadp.com/news-feed/p/6532/ Wed, 27 Sep 2023 23:19:09 -0400 September Special Needs Ed Talk: Tax Planning Considerations for Families with Special Needs Loved Ones.

Presented by: Marc Palker

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCURxGK9wPU&ab_channel=NationalAssociationofDivorceProfessionalsAdmin

]]> 75b6da5015bbf6b81970e0c0ddce1810 Nicole Shapiro posted an update in the group Special Needs: June Special Needs Ed Talk:Topic: Navigating […] https://thenadp.com/news-feed/p/6433/ Fri, 09 Jun 2023 01:49:34 -0400 June Special Needs Ed Talk:

Topic: Navigating Special Education Law in Divorce Cases

Presenters: Josh Kershenbaum – Disability-Informed Mediator, Consultant, Educator and Crystal Williams – DRPA Certified Mediator/ ADR Consultant/Adjunct Professor & Social…

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]]> 1123e6fa103164ccb60d4eaf9c108a12 Nicole Shapiro posted an update in the group Special Needs: Title: Mediating Families with Special Needs - Presented […] https://thenadp.com/news-feed/p/6399/ Tue, 02 May 2023 21:10:11 -0400 Title: Mediating Families with Special Needs – Presented by: Erik M. Feig: Feigmediationgroup.com

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5iGV20NpHlE&ab_channel=NationalAssociationofDivorceProfessionalsAdmin

]]> 5bfc20378ebc17a0fad089291de177f1 Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=18481 Thu, 20 Apr 2023 23:42:46 -0400 Marketing Workshop | Get Known Everywhere Using Publicity

Topic Overview: Discover how to be the #1 Influencer and leader in your industry by boosting your credibility and amplifying your media visibility. Based on…

]]> 149a85a17a30e16420aa7c6c42cd9f05 Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=18441 Wed, 19 Apr 2023 02:43:39 -0400 Monthly Member Meeting | Evidence-Based Solutions for “Parental Alienation”

Approved for 1 General CLE and 1 Marital & Family Law CLE Description: In no other area of family law do people become more polarized…

]]> 82ee2a6235e5ec5c9c0577f5f4dfd756 Nicole Shapiro posted an update in the group Special Needs: April Ed Talk: What should be included in a special […] https://thenadp.com/news-feed/p/6372/ Mon, 10 Apr 2023 13:00:39 -0400 April Ed Talk: What should be included in a special needs parenting plan? Rebecca Stern is a divorce & family mediator, special education parent advocate, and founder of Pearl Mediation. During her Ed Talk, she shared how she works with each individual client to create a unique parenting plan. With this plan in place, parents know what to…

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]]> a4a23d08cc6933b460ab88b18cedeafd Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=18098 Tue, 21 Mar 2023 20:02:55 -0400 Monthly Member Meeting | Talk Yourself Into Success

Presentation Brief Summary and Take-Aways: In this presentation participants will learn how your mindset and resilience impacts how you work with clients and colleagues. Participants…

]]> 8f184e73e83fb719de3e3b004bf9314e Nicole Shapiro posted an update in the group Special Needs: March Ed Talk: Special […] https://thenadp.com/news-feed/p/6346/ Tue, 07 Mar 2023 22:47:56 -0500 March Ed Talk: Special Needs Trusts

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NM3geznq10s&ab_channel=NationalAssociationofDivorceProfessionalsAdmin

]]> 9402e4487dc754a13ea236973511f8b0 Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=17739 Thu, 23 Feb 2023 19:16:37 -0500 Marketing Workshop | Speak In Flow® To Influence

Topic Overview: In this presentation, you will come to understand how to use the quintessential strategy of public speaking to grow your business where you…

]]> fa3539dec7ceb3bf2e0850594522f62b Nicole Shapiro joined the group New York | Manhattan | Downtown https://thenadp.com/news-feed/p/6338/ Thu, 23 Feb 2023 16:15:48 -0500 c20f2a324cd61dccfa83fd055321505d Nicole Shapiro joined the group Alabama https://thenadp.com/news-feed/p/6337/ Thu, 23 Feb 2023 16:14:47 -0500 7380049af05d3327e9bff719b93782d2 Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=17700 Tue, 21 Feb 2023 21:19:29 -0500 Monthly Member Meeting | Millions are Missing: Who You Gonna Call?

Approved for 1 General CLE and 1 Marital & Family Law CLE When divorcing parties and their lawyers think the other side is hiding assets,…

]]> f58c6e110ee53d91ac2fa7291018c144 Nicole Shapiro posted an update in the group Special Needs: September Ed Talk Presenter: Diedre Braverman, Special […] https://thenadp.com/news-feed/p/6316/ Thu, 09 Feb 2023 20:31:00 -0500 September Ed Talk Presenter: Diedre Braverman, Special Needs Planning Attorney, Boulder, CO.

Topic: Special Needs in Divorce: Common Mistakes & Key Decisions.
Everything you need to know to have a conversation with your clients or Special Needs Attorney about what is needed and how it intersects…

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]]> ee1c60862a102c32c4bbcea8f393ce53 Nicole Shapiro posted an update in the group Special Needs: February Ed Talk: This Ed Talk featured an amazing panel […] https://thenadp.com/news-feed/p/6314/ Thu, 09 Feb 2023 15:48:06 -0500 February Ed Talk: This Ed Talk featured an amazing panel of estate planning attorneys, Stephen Dale from California, Lauren Peretz Eisen, Esq. from New York/New Jersey, and Michele Goldberg from Texas, sharing their knowledge and expertise on Special Needs First and Third Party Trusts, along with differences and similarities in planning among…

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]]> 96c8c743574e9fb7f0ab6039c87e60ef Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=17111 Thu, 19 Jan 2023 21:15:20 -0500 Marketing Workshop | Follow Up Strategies That Will Get More Clients and Close More Sales

Wanda is offering A Free 1 Hour Virtual Follow Up Sales Mastery Workshop: If follow-up is a hard heavy “to do” then the Follow Up…

]]> 0f72999ca919aa055a026ace1642fcc1 Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=17017 Tue, 17 Jan 2023 19:39:10 -0500 Monthly Member Meeting | What Clients Really Want to Hear from Divorce Professionals on Social Media

Let’s face it; whether you like it or not, promoting yourself to potential clients on social media is a necessity in today’s day and age.…

]]> 1aca93b120903950c5d1a46647cf4890 Nicole Shapiro posted an update: Congratulations to Aviva Pinto for her quote in […] https://thenadp.com/news-feed/p/6253/ Tue, 17 Jan 2023 14:24:40 -0500 Congratulations to Aviva Pinto for her quote in this article!

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If you are newly single, chances are you’ve already taken steps to improve your life. Maybe getting divorced or uncoupling has inspired you to reconnect with old passions like rock climbing, paddle-boarding, or gardening. Or maybe parting ways with your … Continue reading

]]> 0 7f1ce62fc7cb1d9870b2704cb79ec672 Nicole Shapiro posted an update in the group Special Needs: January Ed Talk by: Isabelle Grard, talking about […] https://thenadp.com/news-feed/p/6210/ Wed, 04 Jan 2023 15:47:51 -0500 January Ed Talk by: Isabelle Grard, talking about Special Needs Financial Planning

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjoKWsGr0pw&ab_channel=NationalAssociationofDivorceProfessionalsAdmin

]]> 6885bed86ce24933ae6a42d4e7c307d5 Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=16605 Tue, 03 Jan 2023 01:06:28 -0500 Five Simple Ways Things Could Go Wrong When The Real Estate Agent is Ill-Prepared To Handle a Divorce-Related Transaction

No matter how simple, divorce can be a scary thing. I know this from both personal and professional experience. I also know – as I’m…

]]> 1b4abf8b9df7dc19db0f50660d558d3c Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=16451 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 20:09:32 -0500 Monthly Member Meeting | Divorce in Special Needs Families - Learning What You Don't Know

Approved for 1 General CLE, 1 Marital and Family Law CLE, and 1 Wills, Trust and Estates CLE. Divorce under any circumstances can be a…

]]> 316d9bdef63537fe52cfaad81e714c28 Nicole Shapiro posted a new post. https://thenadp.com/?p=16397 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 02:58:20 -0500 Marketing Workshop | Using Google To Get $25,000 to $50,000 or More In New Client Revenue Every Month!

Description: I’ve personally tracked over 250 service business campaigns – including lawyers – financial advisers – and real estate professionals – and discovered that 60%…

]]> 249ed0cdb0ed7ab5d67969b8e3d7a43b Nicole Shapiro joined the group New York l Westchester https://thenadp.com/news-feed/p/6178/ Fri, 09 Dec 2022 14:34:50 -0500