Financial Tips & Advice for Couples

Most couples don't realize they're avoiding money conversations until it's too late. It becomes habit, and some of these behaviors go unnoticed. They will still take a toll on your relationship if you don't do something about it. Avoiding these important conversations will eventually create distance between you, it will throw your finances into chaos, and resentment will build. Resentment is the last thing you want in your relationship. Look for these 5 signs to see if this p

If you and your spouse have ever argued about money, you’re far from alone. In fact, studies consistently show money is one of the top stressors in marriage. But here’s the truth most couples don’t realize: It’s rarely about the math. It’s not really about how much is in the checking account, or who forgot to log that last Amazon purchase. Most of the time, money fights are about what money represents — security, freedom, fear, control, even love. When you understand that, y

Marriage is hard. It takes constant work and intentionality to keep your relationship strong through all the ups and downs in life. Add in the emotions and stress that comes with finances, and you could have a disaster! Early in our marriage, Zach and I avoided the money conversation whenever possible. If we were forced to discuss something, it usually ended in an arguement. We had different views of how to manage our money. He is a natural saver, and I am a natural spender.

It's been four years since we started our debt free journey. Believe it or not, I was the one who was reluctant to use a budget. Me! The financial coach! I was skeptical that we could or even needed to pay off our debt. Debt is normal. Everyone has debt. My husband, Zach, was always stressed about money. He made a good income, and yet, we were living paycheck to paycheck. He couldn't understand where all the money was going, and it was a constant source of tension in our mar

Have you ever tried to use a budget, but you failed because you and your partner were not on the same page? Budgeting as a couple can be challenging. You probably have different money tendencies like saver vs spender. You probably have different views and habits around money. Even though it can be difficult, managing your finances as a team is essential to reach your goals faster. You both need to be involved with the finances. One person handling the budget alone? That is a

It is so common to feel embarrassment and shame over financial struggles. Money has become a trivial topic that everyone avoids, even in our own homes. No one wants to talk about the pile of debt they're facing or how stressed they are about having more month left when the money is gone. On top of all that, there is the pressure to appear successful, to "keep up with the Jones'". Many people struggle with finances, regardless of background or income. I can't tell you how many

Do you struggle to talk to your spouse about money? Money fights are so common in marriage. I've been there! And I'm here to tell you that it can be different. Zach and I used to avoid money conversations completely. When something came up that was unavoidable, it always became an arguement and sometimes even a huge fight. We were struggling... Even with our great income, we were always stressed about money. We lived paycheck to paycheck and were always stretched thin. That s

You feel like you make a good income, so why are you still living paycheck to paycheck? Where does all that money go?? Does this sound familiar? I does to me! My husband, Zach, and I used to have this conversation regularly. I say conversation, but it was more like an argument every time. We couldn't figure out why our fantastic income just didn't seem to be enough to live on. I was a stay at home mom at the time, and Zach brought in our sole income. I managed the bills and h