Finances and Marriage: Should You Say ‘I Do’ to a Joint Bank Account?

Finances and Marriage:  Should You Say ‘I Do’ to a Joint Bank Account?
For richer or for poorer: talk about finances before you say "I do."Fizkes/Shutterstock
Anne Johnson
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Marriage is more than falling in love and wanting to be together. It’s a spiritual union that encompasses emotions, legalities, and economics. It brings together two people who promise to share themselves and everything that comes with themselves.

How much you share with your spouse says a great deal about the commitment you have to each other. Sharing a home is one thing, but how do you share money? Do you have joint bank accounts, or do you keep them separate?

Anne Johnson
Anne Johnson
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Anne Johnson was a commercial property & casualty insurance agent for nine years. She was also licensed in health and life insurance. Anne went on to own an advertising agency where she worked with businesses. She has been writing about personal finance for ten years.
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