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The secret to managing your money in marriage: COMMUNICATION! We’ve all been told, at least once in life, not to mix business and friendship. Basically, money problems are bound to come up at some point in life. Unfortunately, financial issues can easily destroy a relationship if you’re not careful. Marriage is one
1. Talk About Your History with Money Part of managing money successfully in marriage means talking about it. This isn’t always easy for couples. It’s important to get your history with money out in the open. Talk about how you grew up feeling about money, how your parents handled their finances, your
For many people, buying their first house is a joint venture with their spouse shortly before or after their wedding day. It’s an exciting time and most people are eager to start their new lives together. Charging headfirst into home ownership as a recently married couple, however, usually comes with a few
Bye-bye concert posters and vinyl decals! Hello, fancy framed artwork and window treatments! Welcome to adulthood, where you get to spend money making your space feel like it was made for you. In the transitional phase from singledom to newlywed, you’ll learn how to make a house feel like a home while
One of the most important things you can do for your relationship is to plan and budget with your partner. Â Being on the same page as your future spouse when it comes to your finances is key to building a foundation of trust around money and helps to ensure a strong financial
We’ve all done it — opened up our closet door and sighed deeply, feeling a bit overwhelmed. Every piece of clothing is stuffed inside, creating an unorganized mess. It’s stressful seeing that kind of clutter day in and day out. If you’re planning on moving house anytime soon, (like moving in with
This post is part of a recurring series here on BSB – we share a wedding budget tip every Tuesday to help you save money on your wedding! You can also access all the wedding budget tips on a single page for your convenience and future reference. Wedding Budget Tip #25: Sign up for a rewards credit
Post-Wedding Tasks (week after the wedding) Return Rented Attire Return Rental Equipment Take Wedding Dress to be Cleaned Make sure all Vendor Bills have been paid in full Saying Thanks Record Gifts + Givers for Thank You Notes Write + Mail Thank You Notes Write Wedding Vendor Reviews Online Are You Changing
Here at BSB, we’re all about finding efficient and effective ways to save you money on your wedding, but another thing we love is teaching how to save for your wedding day! Between monthly bills, student loan payments, savings goals and of course, entertainment, it can be difficult to figure out how to save the
This post is part of our Marriage + Money series, sharing important financial topics with our currently engaged readers. This conversation is sponsored by CreditRepair.com Five Important Money Topics to Discuss Before You Tie The Knot Financial Values + Goals One of the biggest conversations that you should have with your partner
One big thing newlyweds often overlook is coming up with a plan to file their taxes.  Especially given the squeeze many couples feel after the expenses of planning a wedding ceremony, newlyweds will want to make sure that their refund for the year is as generous as possible. There’s no sense in
I’m super excited to be partnering with Carefree® to share all about being prepared for life’s surprises. All opinions are my own. If I’m being honest, I’d say I’m a natural worrier. I’d like to think I’m not alone in this as a woman. Surely I’m not the only one who obsesses
This sponsored post was created in partnership with Allstate. ✔️ Married Name Change Checklist ✔️ How to change your name when you get married: 1. Get your marriage license. Before you can change your name, you’ll need your original marriage license (or a certified copy). Most states will mail you the final copy
When you get married, you’ll be sharing your life with that person… including both their assets and their debts. When you choose to get hitched to the love of your life, you’re also hitching your wagon to theirs in a tangible way (for better or for worse!) so it’s important to lay
