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Newlyweds fight most often about money - from who should be earning it to how to spend it. Avoid the fights by learning how to handle money, whether to have joint or separate accounts, overcome debt, create a post-nuptial agreement, and decide who will work.
4 Ways to Cut Back on Spending
After spending lots of money to get married and get started on your new life together, you’re probably looking for ways to save money. It’s not as difficult as you think to cut back on your spending, cut corners, and live on a budget. Here are some ideas on how you can save money – and still fulfill your newlywed desires – from taking romantic getaways to decoratin…
When Work Gets in the Way of the Relationship
Find out when you should put your foot down and help your spouse make a career or job change.
How to Support Your Spouse's Career
Find out how to support your spouse's career, help him or her achieve goals, and, as a result, have a happier marriage.
Tax Help for Newlyweds
Learn whether filing a joint tax return with your spouse is best for you, and get other useful tax tips.
Discuss Money with Your Spouse
Find out how to discuss money with your spouse without arguing.
Six Ways Newlyweds Can Save Money
One of the biggest problems newlyweds have with money is that there’s never enough of it. But there are some small lifestyle changes that can put more money in your pockets and less stress on your marriage. Here are some suggestions for saving funds together:
Spend Your Cash Gifts from the Wedding
Whatever should you do with all the money you received as wedding gifts? Turn the cash into the gift that keeps on giving by investing it wisely.
What is a Postnuptial Agreement?
Determine whether a postnuptial agreement is right for you and if it can make your marriage stronger.
Financial To-Do List for Newlyweds
Find out what tasks you and your partner need to complete to get your finances in order now that you are married.
How to Talk to Your Spouse about Money
Learn how to talk effectively with your spouse about money issues.
Joint or Separate Checking Accounts?
Decide whether to have a joint account with your spouse or keep your finances separate.

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