Comments on: 6 Ways to Argue Less About Money

By: Jessie

Jessie — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000

Money is among the major reasons couples argue. Different salaries, spending habits, and attitudes about money make it a controversial topic. However, starting a family always involves money. In fact, it is an obvious topic for newlyweds. But it does not have to be a menacing problem to a happy marriage. Once you discover to understand and appreciate each other’s perspectives, you’ll be able to communicate wisely and reach agreements about your finances.

By: Scott

Scott — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000

For us, it’s been crucial that we trust each other’s spending decisions. When we were first married I questioned everything She spent money on. This led to a number of heated discussions. However, after setting a budget and sticking to it, I was forced to trust her. From then on, our conflicts over her coffee habits ended. Whatever it takes to develop financial trust, do it…FAST!

By: doctor S

doctor S — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000

Ahhhh reading this post must have been destiny for me this morning. This is the story of my life, trying to ease the discourse between myself and my lady. On the verge of getting hitched but it has been quite the journey. Thanks for the inspiration this morning PT Money to get me back blogging!

By: Studenomics

Studenomics — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000

Oh man do I ever absolutely dislike discussing finances with my girlfriend. She will get mad at me and call me “cheap” for not wanting to fall for many sale traps. She gets mad when I give her advice claiming that I am talking down to her. We are going on vacation next month and it took her forever to pay off her part. The thing that would upset me the most was that she would give me $100 of her balance and say she had nothing else left. Then I see her go shopping, buy stuff off ebay, and go for dinners with her friends.

By: J

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000

A key thing for us has been common goals. We save as much as possible because we both want a house, we both want kids, and we both hate our jobs (long story on why that makes a house so important). Outside of necessaties, we agree that dinners out and shopping sprees would hampen our efforts towards what we want; with that in mind, money arguements are rare at best.

By: Mr. ToughMoneyLove

Mr. ToughMoneyLove — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000

If a married couple completely integrates their finances (which I recommend) it is very important that each couple have access to and knowledge of all aspects of investments, assets, current balances, and transactions. Sometimes one spouse engages in poor spending habits because they do not have current knowledge of their collective financial situation.