{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Business Tricks in Divorce: 10 Sneaky Tactics to Watch Out For and Outsmart!","description":"Listen to this episode if... You're divorcing  or separating from someone who owns or runs a business. You're in a family business with your ex and things are getting murky. You suspect your ex is hiding assets or undervaluing the business. You\u2019re overwhelmed by the complexity of business valuations in divorce. You're preparing for mediation or court and want to understand your options.  \ud83d\udccc Legal Disclaimer: This episode is for general information only and is not legal advice. Please seek your own legal support for your specific circumstances. Divorcing a business owner or running a business with your soon-to-be ex? You must hear this. In this eye-opening episode, Mum and I dive into the most common and sneaky tricks business owners use during separation and how to stay one step ahead. From manipulating business valuations to hiding assets in clone companies, refusing disclosure, and even dragging staff into the mess, we break down each tactic with real-world examples and strategies you can use. Whether you're preparing for mediation or already deep in the property settlement process, this is a must-listen for anyone who suspects their ex isn't playing fair when a business is involved.   Episode Timeline Summary: Business Tricks in Divorce: 10 Sneaky Tactics to Watch Out For and Outsmart! 00:00 \u2013 Intro: Divorce and Business Ownership Understanding why divorcing a business owner is uniquely challenging. 01:06 \u2013 Real-Life Divorce Scenarios with a Business Involved What happens when you're in business with your ex\u2014or they own one. 03:02 \u2013 Trick #1: Making the Business Seem Worthless How business owners hide value before property settlement. 08:12 \u2013 Trick #2: Starting a New Business to Hide Assets The \u201cmirror business\u201d strategy and how to uncover it. 09:26 \u2013 Trick #3: Issuing New Shares to Dilute Ownership What to do when your share of the business suddenly shrinks. 12:41 \u2013 Trick #4: Hiding Income and Creating Fake Tax Debts How income manipulation affects child support and property division. 17:58 \u2013 Trick #5: Refusing to Allow a Business Valuation Steps to take when your ex delays or avoids business valuation. 19:58 \u2013 Legal Disclaimer: General Education Only Reminder to seek personal legal advice for your situation. 20:39 \u2013 How Courts Handle Business Valuation & Disclosure Why you don't need full financial disclosure to move forward. 21:31 \u2013 Trick #6: Cooking the Books & Cash Deals Spotting hidden income, second books, and cash-based deception. 26:39 \u2013 Trick #7: Financial Abuse via Job Loss or Sacking What to do when your ex cuts your income post-separation. 32:01 \u2013 Trick #8: Superannuation and Self-Managed Funds Risks of SMSFs and how assets may be hidden or misused. 36:39 \u2013 Court Penalties for Business-Related Divorce Tricks When shady business tactics backfire in property settlements. 40:36 \u2013 Listener Review & Free Coaching Call Giveaway Shoutout to a listener + how to win a free call with Mum. Resources Central Practice Directions https:\/\/www.fcfcoa.gov.au\/fl\/pd\/fam-cpd Free Disclosure Checklist https:\/\/www.thedivorcecourse.com.au\/disclosurechecklist Shinohara & Shinohara [2025] FedCFamC1A 126 (23 July 2025) https:\/\/www.austlii.edu.au\/cgi-bin\/viewdoc\/au\/cases\/cth\/FedCFamC1A\/2025\/126.html Shamon & Shamon [2025] FedCFamC1A 150 (8 September 2025) https:\/\/www.austlii.edu.au\/cgi-bin\/viewdoc\/au\/cases\/cth\/FedCFamC1A\/2025\/150.html   Episode Links Your Business and Divorce (old episode) https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/episode\/0CwIeW1ZHTphzvhPdlq2Bf?si=JCtAHG7NTom5YSceqdSJ2Q Weapons of Tax Destruction  https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/episode\/1Bvc2JFmgcLMpIZLIXEwVR?si=KT3UdjZRQAWjDRp3EMXhiw DIY Disclosure https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/episode\/49yOIB1GLDmXgeZCXkfyJS?si=nhgq3QQlQge-CSYLkMGKBg \ud83d\udea8 Support Services: 1800 RESPECT (Family Violence Support \u2013 Australia) Lifeline: 13 11 14 (Crisis Support \u2013 Australia) \ud83d\udccc Legal Disclaimer: This episode is for general information only and is not legal advice. Please seek your own legal support for your specific circumstances.   ","author_name":"The Divorce Course Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/www.thedivorcecourse.com.au\/podcasts\/the-divorce-course-podcast-2","html":"