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Managing Money in A Marriage – Can It Be Done Successfully?

It’s a proven fact that when it comes to managing money, very few couples are soul mates. One of you will be a saver and the other will be a spender. In conjunction with that, one is more conservative while the other is probably more prone to be more of a risk taker. Taking those facts into account, both are convinced that their way of thinking is the right way. Wow!

Is it any wonder that discussions related to managing money can quickly erupt into an argument? How in the world does one diffuse a powder keg like that? There is a way that a couple can come to an agreement on managing money that will be acceptable to both.

First of all, understand that no one agrees with the other on all matters, and its okay to disagree on certain issues. When it comes to managing money, there is always room for more than one idea. One individual, more than likely, will not always have the correct solution every time.

The most important thing to remember is to keep an open mind, and let the other spouse communicate their ideas. And don’t become critical or cynical if you disagree. No married couple is in complete agreement, on all issues, especially managing money, all of the time. Furthermore, you don’t have to be.

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