Marriage and Money

Minyanville Staff  May 21, 2008 10:58 am

Marriage and Money
 
Indispensable finance tips for hopelessly in love newlyweds.
 

 

Building a lasting marriage is tough enough without fretting about money.

Understanding the basics of personal finance will help you better recognize your spouse’s financial style and how to accommodate it. If you master that, you can avoid squabbles about money, which some experts say is the leading cause of divorce.

The truth is, many young couples don’t know how to talk about financial matters, in part because they don’t know the basics or what’s important.  From handling student loan debt to balancing needs and wants to insurance, taxes, buying a first house and financial planning for children - Minyanville's Scott Reeves has the answers.



How To Talk About Money
For many couples, it's easier to talk about sex than finance.



Buying Your First House
How to calculate what you can comfortably afford.


Insurance: Get the Best Coverage At the Best Price
The last thing on newlyweds' minds is often the most important.


Balancing Needs and Wants
Learn an art most couples never master.


The Love Tax
From filing jointly to basic deductions - everything you need to know.


Dealing With College Debt
Your degree helped you land a good job; now all you have to do is repay loans.


Planning For Children
Never underestimate the cost of family.


Doomsday: Dealing With the Death Of a Spouse
Key financial steps in the event of tragedy.


The Good Divorce
Park your emotions and do your homework.


Retirement Planning
To build a nest egg for later, take money off the top now.
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