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Her Money: Money Talks to Have Before Marriage

Divorce happens for a multitude of reasons – but financial issues are a common trigger for the decline of a relationship. So, what can you do before getting married to prevent or at least lessen the chances of your relationship breaking down due to money-related stress? In an article by Her Money, we list out seven critical talks every couple should have before they wed.

A few of the financial topics every couple should talk about before they get married (or even move in together) are:

  • What accounts or expenses will you share, and are there any you'd like to keep separate?
  • Do you want children, and if so how will you cover all their expenses – from room essentials to food and their future education?
  • How do you each feel about taking financial risks (such as investments)?

Read the full article on Her Money here.