Tag: Sex
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#FamGoals: How (and Why) to Plan Your Love Life the Same Way You Plan Your Finances
It’s such a personal question, but you’ll get it all the time. And even if you hate being asked, you’ll probably end up answering anyway: “Do you want to get married?” And if you are already married or in a serious relationship, there’s this one: “Do you want to have kids?” Then, if you have…
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Post-Divorce Boot Camp
So you want to look like a hot divorcée—you might as well act like one, too. You may still be getting used to your life as a single lady, but that doesn’t excuse you from being smart about your new life and your money. Here are 8 steps you should take to whip your financial booty back…
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We Want Prenup, We Want Prenup! (But What the Heck is it, Anyway?!)
I used to think that if you wanted a prenup (short for “prenuptial agreement”) then you were in the wrong headspace for marriage. I mean, thinking about doomsday before you even had your big day?? How unromantic. But that’s until I got real and saw that divorce can turn people into crazy, money-hungry monsters. No,…
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What His Dating Style Says About His Money
As your relationship gets more serious, I’m all about having The Talk to make sure you are financially compatible. But even before that, in the early stages of a relationship, you can glean a lot about your potential mate’s money habits from behavioral clues. What kinds of activities do you do for dates? When you…
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How To Prepare Yourself Financially for the “D” Word: Divorce
And you thought your fairy-tale wedding was expensive?? Expect to pay an average of $15,000 to $20,000 in order to get a divorce. Yep, the cost of getting un-married is usually higher than getting married. The major costs typically include mediation, neutral evaluations, custody evaluations if you have kids, court costs, and, of course, attorney…
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Pay Me Back, B$@#%!
“Needing money” from anyone can put a knot in your stomach, for sure. It’s uncomfortable and makes you feel beyond vulnerable if you’re asking someone you know. But, beyond feeling awkward, you could get doubly screwed by hurting your relationships in addition to your wallet. And that works both ways: if you’re the one asking…
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Do These 3 Money Things With Your Sig-O Now
For many couples, talking about money can be tricky. But if you live together or share any finances, it’s essential to have consistent check-ins about where you are dollar-wise to be sure you’re on the same page. Being open about money with your sig-o will help your relationship—and it doesn’t have to be that serious…