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Financial Advice for Couples Who Want to Stay in Love

Archive for May, 2008

21 May

Should Unmarried Couples Combine Assets?

It may be tempting to rush into a financial union when you are in love. But its probably more wise to take it slow. Here are a few tips on how to handle the mingling of assets for unmarried couples.

Keep assets separate early on in a relationship.
Don’t combine checking accounts.
Own as little property as possible [...]

14 May

Relationship Compatibility by Names: Fact or Fiction

This blog tends to focus on practical financial advice for couples. But sometimes relationships can have problems due to personality conflicts that are difficult to overcome.  I tend to think that all relationships require a degree of work and discipline in order to flourish. But some relationships may require more work than others.
For those of [...]

13 May

How do Couples Talk Money?

Its hard for couples to talk money. It takes discipline and patience. Money issues are estimated to play a role in 90% of divorces. Here are a few helpful tips for couples during their financial journey together.

Talk about money when nothing else is going on. Don’t wait for a big blowup during a financial crisis.
Tell [...]

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