One anniversary that newlyweds likely will never celebrate is the day each spouse agreed to share their finances. That’s because money and romance only co-exist as a commercial enterprise – think Valentine’s Day, birthdays, and the major annual holidays. After all, Cupid aims his arrows at hearts – not …
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Life partners need to be on the same page about money We all know couples who fight about money. In fact, you may personally be in a relationship where finances are a source of tension. It’s no mystery why these kinds of conflicts are so common — money fuels our …
Read More »Couples Who Combine Finances Are Happier. So Why Don’t More Do It?
All couples hitch their fortunes together. Only some choose to also pool their finances. It might not seem as pressing a question as when to meet the parents or whether to start a family, but deciding to move your money in together can have a big impact on future wealth. …
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Petri Oeschge | Getty Images SEATTLE — If you’re living together before marriage or committed long-term without plans to tie the knot, you’ll need to prepare for the future — or you may face challenges later, experts say. There are “rising rates of cohabitation,” with many couples skipping marriage because …
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