Welcome to the Divorce Lending Association Resources Hub; your go-to destination for specialized tools, training, and insights. Whether you’re a mortgage professional, family law attorney, real estate expert, or a divorcing homeowner, our resources are designed to equip you with the knowledge and support needed to navigate the complexities of divorce-related real estate and mortgage decisions. Explore our expert publications, in-depth training, and practical guides to enhance your expertise and achieve better outcomes for your clients.
Divorce Professionals
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Three Transactions, Not One: Assumption, Release of Liability, and the Divorce Decree
Three Transactions, Not One: Assumption, Release of Liability, and the Divorce Decree Request Information
Publications & Resources
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Mortgage Assumption in Divorce: CA, MD & VA Laws
California, Maryland and Virginia now require conventional mortgages to be assumable in divorce. What each statute does, what none of them do, and why. Request Information -
Removing a Spouse From a VA Loan in Divorce: Assumption, Release of Liability and Entitlement
VA does not require an assumption to remove a spouse when the veteran keeps the house. What the servicer actually needs, what a release of liability does not do, and when the veteran's entitlement does not come back. With the citations. Request Information -
The Divorce Appraisal Report
On November 2, 2026 the lender's appraisal becomes a different document. What UAD 3.6 binds, what it does not reach, and where it lands in a divorce file. Request Information -
Divorce and Mortgage Strategies Podcast with The Divorce Lending Association
Divorce Podcast focused on issues of divorce surrounding real property, divorce mortgage and financial planning, and other areas affecting divorcing homeowners. Listen
Certification and Training
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What's the Divorce Niche Worth in Your Market?
See what the divorce niche is worth in your market. Enter your zip to estimate the annual loan and consulting revenue you could add as a CDLP®. Request Information -
The Divorce Mortgage Planning Report™ | CDLP® Software
The written analysis a Certified Divorce Lending Professional produces for a divorce case: nine sections built on the four phase Mortgage Capacity Mapping™ framework. What attorneys receive, and the software that produces it. Request Information -
CDLP® Program Enrollment: Request Information
Ready to elevate your career? Discover how CDLP® certification can transform your business with specialized expertise in Divorce Mortgage Planning. Click the link to learn more and take the first step toward becoming a trusted expert in this growing niche! Additional Information -
Become a Real Estate Mediation Specialist
Divorce Real Estate and Mortgage Training for mediation support. Additional Information
Family Law Professionals
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The Alignment Series™ — Continuing Education for Family Law Professionals
Continuing education on divorce, real property, and mortgage financing for attorneys, mediators, financial professionals, and judges. From DLA, since 2014. Additional Information -
Master Divorce Mortgage Planning: Dual Credit for CFP® and CDFA® Designations
Unlock the complexities of divorce mortgage planning with our dual credit course for CFP® and CDFA® designations. Learn about property division, tax implications, and mortgage strategies to better assist your clients. Self-paced online course with expert instruction from Jody Bruns. Additional Information
Consumer Resources
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Free 30-Minute Exploratory Call
Get a free 30-minute strategy session with a Certified Divorce Lending Professional (CDLP®) to explore your home and mortgage options during divorce. Protect your financial future with expert guidance. Request Information