5 Money Questions to Ask Your Partner!

Nothing is less romantic than talking to your partner about their financial history, but finances cause major stresses in relationships. A lot of these stresses can be tackled by communicating without judgment. Here are 5 financial topics you should discuss with your future partner.

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[baganatube]

Questions ready, now I need a girlfriend.

[shanhussain]

This channel is secretly nudging me to think about getting married. Lol... Did my parents speak to you guys or something???

[clairewinchestermurray]

I and my partner were at a crossroads regarding our finances. We both agreed to talk about it and sought a solution. I’m glad we found a way out although it's with professional help, but that marked the turning point in my finances.

[yancycapri]

1. What do you EARN, OWN, and OWE
2. How was money dealt with in your household growing up
3. What will be yours, mine and ours
4. How much do you want to spend on kids
5. What are your financial goals in order of priority

[WealthbuilderzTV]

Finances cause so much issues and will end up in divorce. Talking about money is hard but these questions are really good.

[TheBemused]

I find it fascinating how many people in committed relationships don’t know how much their partner makes. SUCH an important piece of your relationship. -Akeiva

[kikitaughtme]

You guys deserve your own tv show on finance! Your approach is refreshing and will spark interest in finance in people who don’t like the subject.. keep up the good work guys.

[bencorwin]

Who knew YouTube could be saving people's lives? We need more channels like this one.

[Doors]

Her: you wanna go back to my place?
Him: your "place"? How much is your mortgage?

[moncef]

Actual useful information, love your videos guys.

[spghost]

My girlfriend doesn't understand the difference between needs and wants there's no way I'll share an account with her. Love her to death tho

[bigtex]

Y'all two are awesome! I get more financial advise from these videos then i ever got from my own family! Thanks! Keep up the great work!

[valueStocks]

*The number one negative force in relationships- money. The number one destructive force in finance- relationships😲*

[Autumn_Blessings]

Been dating for 9 months now. We're starting to have these conversations. I told him I'll only accept the ring if its completely paid for and not on credit lmao

[RangerRuby]

Such a fun video! I loved how you guys could give your own personal experience with every tip, helping with the ideas you were sharing! I think we should always be thinking about the future ( even the distant future for me ) and how we can do better and these videos really help! Thanks for sharing!

[tinateews]

Great advices, when I was younger I didn't know better. As I get older and I realized that someone's financial habits is very crucial before marrying him or her. It will either ruin or prospect your finance for life.

[lavayuki]

Me and my ex always fought about money and we eventually broke up because of it. Money is one of the most important things in a relationship. I think it's best to have a separate account for personal purchases like hair and makeup, in addition to a joint account for shared expenses like rent and groceries

[abrahemsamander]

I love the idea of a “money constitution” for couples. The notion of couples talking about their financial goals is very clever and definitely sounds worthwhile.

[lobaxx]

Holy shit I'm glad to live in a civilized country where having a kid won't ruin me financially.

[diceyDA]

I am 14.



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