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3 Ways to Help a Financially Struggling Spouse

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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

Zeta App Review: An Easy Way to Manage Your Money Together

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Let's face it, managing two incomes and two sets of expenses separately can be a headache. However, with Zeta's seamless interface, you can easily upload your account information, start managing your household's money, and plan your financial goals right from your desktop or mobile phone. If you and your significant other are ready to manage your finances together, then the … [Read more...] about Zeta App Review: An Easy Way to Manage Your Money Together

6 Things to Know Before Couples Combine Finances

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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

5 Issues that Financial Therapies for Couples Can Help Fix

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You may think you have a healthy outlook on life and don’t have baggage. . .until you get married or move in with someone. When you’re single, you can manage your life in the way that works best for you. When you’re part of an established relationship, you must compromise and negotiate on different issues. This can be challenging, especially if your partner comes from a … [Read more...] about 5 Issues that Financial Therapies for Couples Can Help Fix

4 Reasons Why Couples Should Talk About Money

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For many people, having a money talk with a boyfriend or girlfriend feels awkward and uncomfortable. Yet, if your relationship is becoming more serious, know there are four reasons why couples should talk about money. If you face your fears, discomfort, and insecurities early in the relationship and start having regular money talks, you’ll likely find your relationship becomes … [Read more...] about 4 Reasons Why Couples Should Talk About Money

If Your Goal Is To Improve Your Personal Relationships…Do These Four Things

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So, it's the new year season.  Around new years many people focus on getting their personal financial house in order, but a lot of people are also focused on improving their personal relationships.  So, if your goal is to improve your personal relationships, you'll have to take some action. Here are four ways to do this: 1. Deciding to do it - being intentional.  You need … [Read more...] about If Your Goal Is To Improve Your Personal Relationships…Do These Four Things

Should You Split Checks Evenly with Your Spouse?

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You know the awkward moment when you’re sitting in a restaurant, having enjoyed an excellent meal and great company, when the check arrives. Should you divide the amount among all diners? Should you pull out your calculators and determine who owes what? That situation can get even more awkward if you’re deciding if you should split checks evenly with your spouse. … [Read more...] about Should You Split Checks Evenly with Your Spouse?

Stuck At Home With Your Partner? Consider These Tips

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The coronavirus is in full effect here in the United States. While it is still too early to tell what the virus' impact will be, there is plenty of chatter about the consequences of the epidemic for the economy.  This includes mass layoffs and discussions about aggressive quarantine measures.  Many companies are instituting work from home policies and Federal official are … [Read more...] about Stuck At Home With Your Partner? Consider These Tips