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What Are The 7 Principles For Making Marriage Work?: Insights From a Psychologist
What makes a marriage work? Everyone has their opinions and thoughts, and there are many different modalities in...
I Have A Secret Credit Card… Now What? Step-by-Step Guide To Navigating This Situation
So, you have a secret credit card. Maybe getting it was a spontaneous decision - you saw a special promotion offering...
Spice Up Your Finances: How To Have A Life Changing Money Date With Your Partner Or Spouse
Hey there, money-savvy lovebirds! If you’re reading this, then it’s safe to assume you and your partner are quite the...
Self-Care for Couples: Prioritizing Mental Well-being Within Your Relationship
Self-care has become one of those buzzwords that is now met with adamant support or disdain. But no matter your...
Does The Military Recognize Common Law Marriage?
Mike and Brittany lived together on base for a decade. They considered themselves a married couple in every way, but...
When Individual Therapy Isn’t Enough: A Guide to Couples Therapy
If you’re currently in individual therapy, let me start off by saying - good on you! It’s not always easy to recognize...
Understanding When Family Law And Estate Planning Intersect: A Look At Prenups, Living Trusts, And Wills For Wealth Management
Welcome to the exciting world of personal finance and estate planning! Legal documents are vital tools for protecting...
How To Protect My Property Without A Prenup
If, for whatever reason, you don’t want a prenup or cannot get one (maybe your future spouse is refusing one), you may...
Prenuptial Agreements: The Financial Conversation We Need To Have
I wonder how famous the song ‘Chapel of Love’ by The Dixie Cups would have been if it sang, “Goin' to the chapel and...
The Art Of Compromise: Navigating Financial Differences As A Couple
They say opposites attract, but what happens when those differences start to clash? As much as we'd like to believe...
Can You Get A Prenup Without Your Spouse Knowing?
We’ll cut right to the chase–the answer is no; you cannot get a prenup without your spouse knowing. This is for...
Benefits of Premarital Counseling: Insights from a Psychologist
If you’ve found your way to this article, you’re probably in the process of exploring premarital counseling. As a...
Common Law Marriage in Colorado
Colorado is one of the few states that still recognizes common-law marriage. In Colorado, common law marriage is when...
Common Law Marriage in Texas
Texas is one of the few states that still allows common-law marriage. In the great state of Texas, common law marriage...
What Is Common Law Marriage?
You may have heard the term “common law marriage” before. Maybe you know someone with a “common law marriage” (or so...
Financial Stress, Mental Health, and Your Relationship: Practical Strategies for Couples
Do you have money on your mind? Well, you’re in good company. The American Psychological Association’s (APA) 2023...
How To Elope
A national survey of over 1,000 respondents demonstrated that 62% of them were considering eloping. Not only that but...
Tackling Debt Together: Strategies for Couples Before Marriage
You're planning to embark on the journey of marriage, but before you walk down that aisle, let's talk about something...
The Smart Couple’s Guide to Investing for the Future
Hey there, you financially savvy duo! If you're ready to level up your financial game and build a rock-solid future...
How To Communicate With Your Partner About Money: Advice From An Expert
Oof, money. It’s a topic that makes most of us squirm. And, if you’re like me, you were taught to avoid talking about...
DIY Prenups: Risks and Considerations
Congrats on the engagement! If you’re here, it’s likely that marriage is on the horizon. This entails discussions...
If You Sign A Prenup And Get Divorced, What Happens?
If you’re a realist and also an analytical person, you may be wondering what really happens when you get a divorce and...
Merging Finances: Should We Keep it Separate or Create Joint Accounts?
It’s said that choosing who to marry is one of the most important financial decisions you will ever make. It is the...
How to Budget for a Wedding: Advice from a Finance Expert
Amidst the excitement of the proposal, celebrating with friends and family, and dreaming up your perfect day, the last...