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Healthymoneydiscussions should be a part of every relationship.

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The key word here being healthy.

When talks over finances become nightly fights then you have a problem.

Below are some tips experts recommend toprevent finances from ruining your relationship.

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Why did you spend so much on that?

is a common accusatory pattern that comes up when financial tension arises.

She said instead, asking, What was important about that purchase to you?

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or, How do you think we can work together to solve this?

will help you rethink the situation with interest.

She said that together, they created a guilt-free fund forbudget-friendly stress-relieving indulgences.

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Financial harmony is not about perfection; it is about partnership.

Curiosity makes you more empathetic and empathetic relationships are stronger than any financial obstacle, Rueschemeyer added.

Set Ground Rules

Beckham noted that with joint accounts, its also important to set ground rules.

As we all know, life can take unexpected turns.

Doing the work now will pay off tremendously in the long run.

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