marriage

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Marriage rates have shockingly declined in recent years. Is it just too expensive to tie the knot?

Marriage rates in many Western countries have steadily declined for years, with younger generations marrying later or skipping marriage entirely.
May 27, 2026 Sammy Tran
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My husband handles all our finances, but I just found out we’re in serious trouble. Where do I go from here?

For years, your partner handled all the finances. It probably felt easier that way. Then suddenly you discover unpaid debts, drained retirement accounts, hidden loans, missed mortgage payments, or credit card balances far worse than you realized.
May 26, 2026 Quinn Mercer

I inherited my dad's house, but my husband says that the home should be "ours" to own jointly as a couple. What can I do?

Inheriting a house leaves you with the choice: keep it separate in your name, or commingle it with your spouse?
April 10, 2026 Alex Summers

My husband kept his inheritance separate when his dad died. Now that I’m inheriting $120K from my mom, he wants it to be “our money.” Now what?

Inheriting a large sum of money can be complicated, especially when your spouse feels entitles to a share of it.
March 26, 2026 Sasha Wren

My wife wants to open a joint bank account with her friend from work. Am I wrong in thinking this is a bad idea?

Having a joint account as a married couple is one thing, but what if one spouse wants to open a joint account with a friend.
March 24, 2026 Marlon Wright

My wife gave me an ultimatum: either we go on vacation this year, rather than paying off our mortgage early, or she's done. What do I do?

My wife gave me an ultimatum: vacation or mortgage. This fun, honest finance article breaks down what to do when money goals clash with marriage, and how to choose wisely without wrecking your finances—or your relationship.
February 4, 2026 Jack Hawkins