For the average American family, debt, and especially credit card debt is spiraling out of control at a record pace. The average household credit card debt has risen dramatically from $3000 in 1990 to over $8000 today…
The ABC\’s of Marriage
Posted by on April 28th, 2007 in Relationships · 0 CommentsA- Abandon selfishness
B- Believe in each other
C- Call to check in
D- Dream together
E- Enjoy each others time together
F- Figure out your finances
G- Grace each other with your presence each day
H- Hold hands
I- Invest time into your marriage
J- Joke around
K- Keep memories alive by taking pictures
L- Learn from one another
M- Make time for alone time
N- Negativity should be avoided at all costs
O- Open your eyes to new things
P- Positively is essential
Q- Quit being stubborn, it will get you no where
R- Rely on one another for certain things
S- Share your feelings
T- Tell each other you love them
U- Unity
V- Vacations are to enjoy each others company, not to overspend on luxury getaways
W- Work through tough decisions
X- Xmas is a time of joy, not tension
Y- You are now a team
Z- Zesty brings out excitement
Managing your Finances Once Married
Posted by on April 28th, 2007 in Relationships · 0 CommentsIt’s important to plan for your financial future beforehand so you have idea of what to expect…
Money Management with a New Spouse
Posted by on April 28th, 2007 in Relationships · 0 CommentsWhen a person marries someone with children, there can be some unexpected implications. Marrying into a full-fledged family can be a difficult transition for all, emotionally and financially; therefore, having a money management plan is a necessary part of marriage preparation…
Like it or Not, Finance Matters, a Lot
Posted by on April 28th, 2007 in Relationships · 0 CommentsFinance. We hear that word thrown around quite a bit and used in phrases like in the world of high finance or financing options are available for those who qualify, but what does it really mean? It doesnt take an E.F. Hutton or J…
Planning for Your Financial Future
Posted by on April 28th, 2007 in Relationships · 0 CommentsTwo heads are better than one, so sit down with your spouse and plan out your financial future together.
Prioritize your bills.
By determining which bills to pay in which order, you’ll get in the habit of making sure your essentials are always paid first.
Be careful using credit…
Top Ten Money Saving Wedding Tips
Posted by on April 28th, 2007 in Relationships · 0 Comments1. Plan your wedding ceremony and reception in the morning, on a Friday or Sunday night and consider the winter months for all these times and dates will be less expensive.
2. Try to keep your guest list minimal.
3. Make your own veil…
Bringing Debts into a Marriage
Posted by on April 28th, 2007 in Relationships · 0 CommentsAre you a credit card junkie? Credit card debt can often be a big, deep, dark secret for someone preparing for marriage. It’s an uncomfortable subject to talk about. Do you bring it up before or after he slips the engagement ring on your finger (or before you slip it onto hers)?..
Are You Financially Prepared to Have a Baby?
Posted by on April 28th, 2007 in Relationships · 0 CommentsPerhaps you are a newly married couple doing some family planning, or you may have just discovered that you have a little “surprise” coming your way…
Money and Marriage 101
Posted by on April 28th, 2007 in Relationships · 0 CommentsQ. Is a prenuptial agreement necessary?
A. Legally speaking, marriage splits your combined assets and liabilities right down the middle. Everything gets shared. Therefore, a prenuptial agreement is sometimes very necessary, particularly when a married man or woman has assets or liabilities that will greatly exceed that of his or her spouse…