• Skip to main content
  • Skip to secondary menu
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
Dinks Finance

Dinks Finance

Personal Finance By and For Couples

  • Facebook
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • Twitter
  • Smart or Selfish
  • Couples Finance
  • Make Extra Money
  • Build Wealth
  • Blogroll
  • About

Investing In The Event of A General War In Eastern Europe

April 1, 2022 by James Hendrickson Leave a Comment

Investing in the event of a general war in eastern Europe

Hello Dinks, I rarely go out on a limb like this because I'm no great prognosticator of future events. I think the war in Ukraine is likely to spread in a matter of a few weeks.  Here is why I think this: Nato is, by degrees, involving themselves in the Ukraine conflict.  The United States, United Kingdom, France and Germany are all openly supplying arms to Ukraine.  … [Read more...] about Investing In The Event of A General War In Eastern Europe

List of Microincome and Microsavings Apps

March 29, 2022 by James Hendrickson Leave a Comment

Hi All, Like a lot of dinks, you probably have a full-time job and are interested in ways to economize without committing to a part-time job. So here is a comprehensive list of Microincome and Microsavings apps. By and large, these don't take a lot of time to set up and maintain. Many of them are also passive or semi-passive. All of these pay small amounts in cashback, … [Read more...] about List of Microincome and Microsavings Apps

How to Improve Financial Communication for Couples

March 29, 2022 by Melissa Batai Leave a Comment

Improve Financial Communication for Couples

Money arguments occur in many marriages, but they don’t have to. When you learn how to improve financial communication for couples, you will find that you have less to argue about because you understand one another. Once you’re on the same financial page, you can work together to achieve your goals, which sounds better than rehashing the same tired financial arguments month … [Read more...] about How to Improve Financial Communication for Couples

Why I Dined Out Constantly and How I Stopped

March 22, 2022 by Melissa Batai 2 Comments

Why I Dined Out Constantly & How I Stopped

Years ago, when I worked full-time and my husband was a graduate student, we dined out several times a week in the evenings. In addition, I would go out to lunch with co-workers at least twice a week, and I would buy food at the college cafeteria the other days. (The food wasn’t that good!). I didn’t realize until a few years after I had stopped dining out why I wanted to go … [Read more...] about Why I Dined Out Constantly and How I Stopped

James’ March Wealth Update

March 21, 2022 by James Hendrickson Leave a Comment

All, It is mid-March, so I sat down and added up my net worth this weekend.  My wealth was $402,000.  This is up $386,000 from December of last year. The major components are my online business, the equity in my condo, stock, and some other assets. Here are the actual figures:   Here are some highlights that are working for my wealth building - they may … [Read more...] about James’ March Wealth Update

What Are the Tax Strategies of High Income Earners?

March 15, 2022 by Melissa Batai Leave a Comment

Tax Strategies of High Income Earners

  As a DINK couple, you may find yourself and your partner in the enviable position of earning high salaries. While having a high income is a nice reward for hard work, drawbacks exist. One of the biggest is the amount of taxes that you have to pay. However, you can utilize tax strategies of high-income earners to limit the tax burden you face. … [Read more...] about What Are the Tax Strategies of High Income Earners?

6 Signs You’re with a Financially Compatible Spouse

March 1, 2022 by Melissa Batai 1 Comment

Financially Compatible Spouse

The more compatible you and your spouse are, the smoother your relationship. When you live with or are married to someone who shares your values, you can more easily work together to reach your goals rather than fighting because you have different views and values. This is especially true if you’re with a financially compatible spouse. Not fighting about money but instead … [Read more...] about 6 Signs You’re with a Financially Compatible Spouse

How I Planned to Discuss End of Life Planning with My Parent

February 22, 2022 by Melissa Batai Leave a Comment

Discuss End of Life Planning

Recently, I drove 2,000 miles from my home to my 72-year-old mother’s home. I hadn’t seen her for two years, so I was excited to visit. However, I also had another motive in mind. While visiting, I wanted to discuss end-of-life planning with her. Imagine my surprise when she was the one who initiated the discussion with me! … [Read more...] about How I Planned to Discuss End of Life Planning with My Parent

Saving $1,000 – A Case Study

February 18, 2022 by James Hendrickson Leave a Comment

Saving $1,000 - A Case Study

This posting is for everyone who wants to save money but has trouble doing it, or needs a case study on how to save money. Here is the backstory. I got sick of not having money and always needing to sell assets or put big-ticket emergency expenses on my credit card. For example, I had a 1997 Toyota 4Runner that needed an engine replacement — twice. Both cost $7,000 in total. … [Read more...] about Saving $1,000 – A Case Study

6 Things to Know Before Couples Combine Finances

February 15, 2022 by Melissa Batai Leave a Comment

Things to Know Before Couples Combine Finances

One of the most intimidating tasks for many newly married couples is to combine finances. When you do so, you may feel vulnerable. After all, you’ve been handling your money independently for years; now you are going to trust another person to be as responsible as you’ve been all these years. However, if you can overcome your fear and share finances, your relationship can be … [Read more...] about 6 Things to Know Before Couples Combine Finances

« Previous Page
Next Page »

Primary Sidebar

 

 

Couples Finance

  • What Dave Ramsey’s Take On marriage Is Missing
  • Tips For Newly Married Couples
  • Getting Together, Getting Hitched
  • Prenup Basics
  • Manage Your Money Together

Great Finance Blogs

  • My Stock Market Basics
  • Cafe Credit
  • Clever Dude
  • Modest Money
  • Mighty Bargain Hunter
  • Frugal Rules
  • Young Adult Money
  • Money Talks News
  • Saving Advice
  • Peer Finance 101
  >> Our *entire* blogroll

Companies Supporting The DINKS

Please consider visiting our gracious supporters:

7binaryoptions.com: Your one stop information source for trading binary options.

Get the Latest Coupon and Discount Codes at Freecouponcodes.net.

The best cheap web traffic that comes in handy for your website traffic needs.

Shop till you drop and discounted offers with Shopee promo codes.

Compare business electricity prices at utilitysavingexpert.com

cheap shopping online at DHgate.com

Footer

Get Started

  • Make Money As An Amateur Photographer
  • The Pros and Cons Of Mutual Funds
  • Building Wealth On $600 A Month
  • Yes, You can Buy An Oil Well
  • Kimball Musk’s Net Worth
  • Nine Ways To Make Extra Money

Explore

  • Home
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Facebook
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • Twitter

COPYRIGHT © 2020 Dual Income No Kids DinksFinance.com is a District Media site.