Love is a great thing but finding someone who loves you sincerely, is the best thing.
Once that happens, it is your responsibility to prevent anything from destroying your relationship or marriage.
There are different things that can destroy your relationship/marriage and money is, incidentally, a nog reason why relationships and marriages break.
Money causes tension a relationship/marriage and it is your duty as a couple to ensure that your union overcomes any money-related issue.
Many have failed on this but with these tips, you will be on the safe side in relation to money-related issues in your marriage/relationship.
1. Talk about it
Many relationships and marriages are failing due to lack of communication. Issues relating to money in a relationship escalate because you are not talking about it. No one has the perfect formula when it comes to the management of finances.
You should come up with a plan on how to iron out your financial matters, for example once every month. Ensure that there is a neutral time during which you can discuss money matters.
2. Set limits and rules
Since you are committed to each other, it is essential to device a spending plan. For example, come up with a limit, within which you can both spend without having to consult your spouse.
Expenditure above this limit needs to be discussed first. On the other hand, you can come up with a budget that will help you track expenditure.
3. Setting goals
When you set goals, it becomes easy to talk about money. Most relationships and marriages collapse due to a lack of common goals.
Once you are able to understand your partner’s mindset and goals, it builds a common ground in financial decisions. Having divergent views will destroy your marriage/relationship.