Individuals who come into a relationship with solid money habits have an advantage, but to make love work, it’s essential to merge skills to maximize the most of dual incomes and hit shared goals and dreams.
Financial planning can be a source of frustration and friction when you have different attitudes toward saving and spending or aren’t sure where your money should be going.
Being a financially effective couple has nothing to do with being rich. It involves managing your money and allocating it effectively toward the things you value and want to do.
Rather than expect the more free-spirited person to become the master of spreadsheets, think about how they can best contribute to the financial relationship.