Financial Conversations to Have With a Spouse

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Money has a way of causing angst in a marriage. You might even feel you can’t bring the subject up without a fight starting. But it doesn’t have to be that way. When you care about someone, there are no limits on conversations. The key to a healthy financial conversation is starting early in the relationship.

If you start your relationship with financial discussions, you'll find them easier once you’re married. Even if you didn’t do this pre-marriage, you can still start a conversation without having a battle. From your spouse’s history with money to consulting a financial planner, there are ways and safe discussions you and your spouse can have.

Discuss History With Money

Money, whether having it or not having it, often elicits an emotional response. People’s relationship with money goes back to when they were children. It’s not just in the present. For example, someone who didn’t have their financial needs met as a child may have a lot of fear over spending money. This can be the same reaction for someone who once had money but lost it. They’re probably going to constantly stress over finances.