Money & Life
How to talk about money with your partner
Five questions that make the conversation easier.
Ava Brooks
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6 min read
Money conversations go better when they are regular, short and specific. Pick a calm moment, not the day a big bill arrives.
Five questions to start
What are we saving for this year? How much is our shared floor each month? What does each of us want to spend freely? How big should our safety net be? When should we check in again?
Make it a habit
A twenty-minute check-in once a month keeps surprises small. Shared goals in one app help both of you see progress without keeping score.
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