One of the hardest discussions to have with a spouse or future spouse is the one about money. However, specific goals regarding money need to be set and worked towards. Pay off debt: Get rid of many of the credit cards that you each use by paying off those with the highest interest rates first. [...]
Losing a job can be devastating to more than finances. It can be devastating to a marriage. The spouse that loses the job can suffer from a dip in their self-esteem. He or she will also likely feel guilty that they failed to please their employer and provide a steady means of income to his [...]
One of the hardest things for couples talk about is money. This is especially difficult if one is more prone excessive spending than the other. There are many ways you can encourage your spouse to save money. Here are a few tips: Present the facts: When a spouse realizes that retirement will be awful at [...]