Have Open Financial Conversations

Honest discussions about money are vital for building trust and ensuring both partners are aligned on financial goals and responsibilities.

5 Worthwhile Ways to Build Financial Trust in Relationships

5 Worthwhile Ways to Build Financial Trust in Relationships

Trust extends beyond fidelity and emotional support in a relationship and encompasses financial trust. Financial trust in relationships means feeling …
Matt Albiges

By Matt Albiges

5  min read

Financial Communication in Marriage: Importance & Strategies

Financial Communication in Marriage: Importance & Strategies

In a 2023 online SunTrust Bank survey conducted by Harris Poll, 35 percent blamed financial issues for their marital woes. …
Emma Lee.

By Emma Lee.

10  min read

When One Partner Makes More Money: 10 Balanced Ways to Handle

When One Partner Makes More Money: 10 Balanced Ways to Handle

When one partner makes more money, it can stir up a mix of feelings and situations in a relationship.  It’s …
Draven Porter

By Draven Porter

Marriage & Family Life Advice| 7  min read

8 Financial Pressures on Men With Money and Ways to Cope

8 Financial Pressures on Men With Money and Ways to Cope

When it comes to personal finance, the experiences and dilemmas that individuals encounter are as diverse as the financial landscape …
Noah Williams

By Noah Williams

Relationships advice, Pre-marriage and general| 8  min read

Who Pays for the Honeymoon: Factors to Consider

Who Pays for the Honeymoon: Factors to Consider

Once the hustle and bustle of a marriage are over, couples dive into the next exciting thing – the honeymoon.  …
Rachael Pace

By Rachael Pace

Mental health, Parenting| 7  min read

5 Best Tips on Money Management for Shopping as a Couple

5 Best Tips on Money Management for Shopping as a Couple

If you have newly entered a relationship, you must have wondered how to save money when shopping as a couple. …
Will Smith

By Will Smith

6  min read

10 Things to Consider When Sharing Expenses in a Relationship

10 Things to Consider When Sharing Expenses in a Relationship

Sharing expenses in a relationship is an important aspect of financial harmony and can contribute to a healthier partnership. However, …
Rachael Pace

By Rachael Pace

Mental health, Parenting| 7  min read

13 Practical Ways to Deal With Money Imbalance in Relationships

13 Practical Ways to Deal With Money Imbalance in Relationships

Money imbalance in relationships might contribute to conflict between spouses, often leading to divorce. So, how does money affect relationships?  …
Sylvia Smith

Approved By Sarah Branigan

Marriage & Family Therapist| 11  min read

Why Couples Need to Talk About Money

Why Couples Need to Talk About Money

When you look at almost any list of what causes conflict in a marriage, finances are usually somewhere near the …
Courtneyrose Chung, Marriage & Family Therapist Lone Tree, CO

By Courtneyrose Chung

Marriage & Family Therapist| 6  min read

55 Financial Questions You Need to Ask Your Partner

55 Financial Questions You Need to Ask Your Partner

We all know that when it comes to money matters, everything becomes awkward.  Money is the last topic we want …
Marriage.com Editorial Team

By Marriage.com Editorial Team

Relationship & Marriage Advice| 10  min read

How to Deal With Different Spending Habits of Your Spouse

How to Deal With Different Spending Habits of Your Spouse

Nearly all relationships encounter issues, and one of the most common differences that relationships might face is money or spending …
Rachael Pace

By Rachael Pace

Mental health, Parenting| 7  min read

How Does Money Affect Relationships? 3 Tips for Money Conflicts

How Does Money Affect Relationships? 3 Tips for Money Conflicts

Money is amoral and inanimate. But a lot of what makes or breaks relationships—especially the relationship between a husband and …
Odelia Chan

By Odelia Chan

5  min read

6 Key Ways to Manage Financial Disagreements in Marriage

6 Key Ways to Manage Financial Disagreements in Marriage

Even the strongest couples butt heads now and then. Being on the same page isn’t always possible. Financial issues in …
Callie McGill

By Callie McGill

8  min read

6 Tips on How to Have the Money Talk Before Marriage

6 Tips on How to Have the Money Talk Before Marriage

Money is great when you have it and scary when you don’t. When you’re ready to tie the knot, you’re …
Carole Cullen, Marriage & Family Therapist Wake Forest, NC

By Carole Cullen

Marriage & Family Therapist| 5  min read

How to Manage Money as a Couple: 13 Practical Ways

How to Manage Money as a Couple: 13 Practical Ways

In our society, talking about money is often considered taboo. However, in a relationship as intimate as a romantic partnership, …
Brooke Chaplan

By Brooke Chaplan

5  min read