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Relationships can be very complex.

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This is especially true when it comes to relationship roles.

But sometimes, one partner taking complete ownership of a role isnt the best idea.

But what happens if that person is hit by a bus?

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Its dangerous for one partner to hold all the financial knowledge.

However, there are some things that the money person in the relationship can do to fix that.

What you want are clear lines of responsibility and clear lines of ownership, Sethi explained.

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People respond well to ownership and want to play a role in the finances.

Be sure to avoid any sort of finger-pointing and blaming about spending andsaving.

This can lead to bad feelings and one partner becoming defensive, which is the opposite effect you want.

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