Have you ever noticed that the moment you start trying to save money, something always seems to come up? This is also true for many couples today - top it with inflation causing food, gas, and utilities to rise. Money isn't going as far as it used to and savings are taking a beating. Here are 5 money challenges for couples trying to save up. Rising Inflation One of the … [Read more...] about 5 Money Challenges for Couples Trying To Save Up
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How to Discuss Estate Planning with Your Partner: 5 Tips For A Smooth Conversation
No one likes to think about death, but it's a reality that we all have to face. One of the most difficult aspects of estate planning is discussing it with your partner. It can be tough to broach the topic, but it's important to do so in order to make sure your loved ones are taken care of after you're gone. Here are 5 tips for having a smooth discussion about estate planning … [Read more...] about How to Discuss Estate Planning with Your Partner: 5 Tips For A Smooth Conversation
My Wife Yells At Me – What Do I Do About It?
All, One of the unfortunate downsides about being married is the fighting. And the reality is that while men tend to be the more aggressive of the two sexes, in domestic situations women can dish out as much as they receive. So if you find yourself asking "my wife yells at me - what do I do?", here are some hopefully helpful thoughts. Note, this article is primarily for … [Read more...] about My Wife Yells At Me – What Do I Do About It?
5 Perfect Career Combinations for Couples
Some couples can’t spend too much time together, or they fight. These couples happily spend all day apart and then enjoy spending time with one another in the evenings and on the weekend. Other couples work well together and complement one another. Some of these couples use their strong relationship skills to propel themselves into successful careers working with one another. … [Read more...] about 5 Perfect Career Combinations for Couples
How We Decide If a Job Move Is Worthwhile
For the last couple of years, my husband has been interested in finding a new job. Between the two of us, we’ve developed a system that helps us decide if a job move is worthwhile. Ruling out a job listing in the beginning, before he even applies, saves us time if it isn't a good fit. Our Situation We’re luckier than many couples in that I work from home, so I can move … [Read more...] about How We Decide If a Job Move Is Worthwhile
5 Tips for Working from Home with Spouse
Over the last two years, thanks to the pandemic, more and more Americans started working from home. While some people eagerly returned to the office, not everyone is excited to do so. Some people discovered that they enjoyed working from home and plan to continue to do so indefinitely. If you’re part of a professional couple, you may both have the opportunity to work from … [Read more...] about 5 Tips for Working from Home with Spouse
Sharing Chores Is Essential to a Good Relationship
I’m part of a Facebook group for women, and lately, I’ve noticed a trend. Several women have posted about their spouses, specifically how they are not pulling their weight at home. These women complain that their spouses come home after work and play video games until late into the night. Or, they watch tv and leave their significant other to cook all of the food, clean the … [Read more...] about Sharing Chores Is Essential to a Good Relationship
5 Advantages of Employing Your Spouse
You may have heard some couples say that they could never work together. They prefer to have separate places of employment because they believe working and living together is too much togetherness. However, other couples work well together. They get along and make good business partners. If you and your significant other fall into the latter category, there are plenty of … [Read more...] about 5 Advantages of Employing Your Spouse
How to Set Money Boundaries in Relationships
Donna’s grown daughter, Felicia, asked her mother for money to start a new business venture. Donna didn’t feel comfortable with the business, but she wanted to help her daughter. Plus, she knew if she said no, Felicia would threaten Donna by withholding Donna’s access to her grandchildren. Donna pulled the money from her retirement account. Four years later, Felicia’s business, … [Read more...] about How to Set Money Boundaries in Relationships
3 Ways to Help a Financially Struggling Spouse
When I lived in Chicago, our landlords had been married for over 20 years. He was used to being the breadwinner. She worked part-time at a low-income job and helped to manage their three rental properties. During the economic downturn in 2007, he lost his job. At first, he optimistically applied for other positions, but as the months dragged on, he went into a deep depression … [Read more...] about 3 Ways to Help a Financially Struggling Spouse
