Every year seems to go faster and get busier. Maybe it’s the age of our boys, but time seems to fly past so quickly. We are thankful that Thanksgiving and Christmas slow us down a bit to reflect on the great year we’ve had. But sometimes when you look back, you realize that some goals […]
We talk a lot about communicating with your spouse about money at The Money Couple, but sometimes, less is more. Anytime you can do something more efficiently, we are all for that. We want you to know that talking about money more often is not going to necessarily improve your finances or, frankly, your relationship. […]
We’ve all run into problems in our relationships. When you’re going through a rough patch with your partner, it can be hard to see the reasons why your relationship isn’t working. Luckily, we have a list of common problems you can do something about today to start getting your relationship back on track. Is one […]
Today I wanted to bring you guys a quick cancer update since so many of you have been asking. For those of you who didn’t know, today marks the 10-year anniversary of my breast cancer diagnosis and the end of my cancer treatment. Battling with breast and later thyroid cancer was a difficult, but enlightening […]
Man’s best friend. Or his kitty counterpart. We love our pets, don’t we?! 68% of U.S. households own a pet, which equates to roughly 84.6 million homes. That number is up from a 1998 survey that found only 56% of households owned one. But is your pet priceless? Americans as a whole spent $69.5 billion […]
Does your spouse think Starbucks is just money down the drain? Do you think the money your spouse plans to spend on your child’s upcoming birthday party takes the cake? Does your spouse hardly have enough room for all their tools or shoes? Couples disagree about money all the time. In fact a personal finance […]
Wedding season is upon us. And with invitations arriving for destination weddings and Pinterest-perfect affairs let’s talk a little about how much you need to spend on a wedding gift these days. And let’s not forget the important union – of your opinions – we’d like to make sure you and your spouse agree on […]
College selection time can be scary — and exciting — for both you and your young adult. But with thousands of colleges in the United States, plus online and overseas options, college selection can also be overwhelming for your college-bound kid. Discussing those options is a terrific opportunity for you to learn more about your […]
April is Financial Literacy Month, and now is a great time to take on the scary side of finances: credit scores. Understanding and talking about credit scores and debt is uncomfortable in every relationship, but taking it on together is key to a healthier, wealthier marriage. All About Credit Scores In a nutshell, a credit […]
Dating and money lies can be a tricky subject. Whether you’ve been married before, or are dating seriously, don’t give in to the temptation to avoid talking about money. Settling into a serious relationship without establishing common ground with money can lead to serious problems down the road. Don’t Wait Until You’re Married When dating, […]
Our family loves March Madness. We have a blast watching the basketball games together. The cinderella stories, the buzzer beaters, and the heartbreak – it has been such a fun family activity. But what do March Madness and Money & Marriage have in common? Yesterday, we were talking and I (Bethany) said to Scott, “You […]
If you’ve been married awhile it is easy to let date nights be a thing of the past. But there is a huge win for both of you to kickstart your date nights and set aside time to connect (without the kids) each week or at least each month. Investing in your marriage is not […]
And it’s free! Sound too good to be true? No, we’re not about the hype. There really is a relationship secret we all forget. And it’s right under our nose. You just have to look a little closer for it. When is the last time you gave someone a compliment? Do you like to receive […]
Micro-cheating. What is it? Is it wrong? Could you micro-cheat with your money? Do you conveniently leave out information or leave out certain facts? Are you ever not honest about the whole amount you spent while shopping or are you hiding money as a “secret” savings? Do those little white lies hurt anything? Thought Catalog […]
Do you hate the word “cancer” as much as I do? I just got news about two friends with cancer. One with Acute Myeloid Leukemia and one with Lung Cancer. Can I just say…I hate cancer? I am a stage 3 Cancer survivor, so I know what these friends have ahead of them. I hate […]
Tis the season for family, the flu, and fights. I (Bethany) am writing this week’s article because Scott is very sick and stuck at home. I can count on one hand how many times Scott has been out sick. He spent the whole weekend in bed, poor guy. Anyway….his FOB “flat on back” time it […]
Smart charitable giving is not just a holiday “to do” for a list. With natural disasters, local community needs, and a multitude of worthy causes across our world there are opportunities for giving all year long. We highly encourage giving. But remember–Get before you give. What? Get information before you give! Do some research first […]
What do your Money Personalities have to do with giving? Everything! Here is an example of a couple discussing a gift for a party. Watch how their different Money Personalities affect how they want to handle that situation. Let’s take Suzie, for example. She is a Saver/Security seeker. Does she LOVE to give? Not really. […]
It is a very common question: Should you lease or buy your car? Leasing new cars is on the rise. The amount of people leasing their automobiles is on the rise. 34% of all drivers in the market for a car are choosing to lease instead of purchase their next set of wheels. Five years […]
Statistics show that hiding, cheating, and hoarding money from your spouse is on the rise. It is called financial infidelity. And it is so easy to do it these days with online banks, shopping, etc. Here is the financial infidelity “Smell Test”. Take this test today and see if there is financial infidelity in your […]
