While marriage is a major life event for couples gay or straight, there are several money-related issues that engaged couples should consider before tying the knot. Honest and open conversations before wedlock can help would-be spouses avoid difficult situations later. For gay couples getting married, it’s comforting to know that your partner can be your […]

Many couples who have their eyes on the long term are concerned with major life decisions such as marriage, children and where to live. The process for buying a home is more complicated than that of other big purchases, such as a car or major appliances. Buying a house is the single largest purchase that […]

Creating a wedding budget is no simple task. No matter how meticulous you are with setting funds aside, there are a number of surprises that can come along and force you to spend more than you intended. Though it can be frustrating, there are a number of ideas you can consider to improve your control […]

Money troubles can easily cause issues in a relationship. When your funds are tight, it can lead to tense situations in which you take your frustration out on your significant other. In order to avoid this misplaced anger, it can be important to address financial concerns in the right way. Whether you’ve recently entered a […]

You and your partner have many financial and legal tools available for estate planning. You’ve probably heard of both wills and trusts, but it can be easy to confuse the two. What are they, what are the differences between them, and which one is better? This quick guide can help you understand them better and […]

Congratulations are in order! You’re ready to spend your life with that special someone and now you’ve got a wedding to plan. While some couples have the resources and backing to splurge on their big day, that may not be the case with you. Same-sex couples often have to face the reality of not having […]

If you and your significant other are planning to get married in the near future, you may have some concerns about the budget. Tying the knot can be an expensive endeavor, after all. In order to see the breathtaking results you desire from your planning efforts, you absolutely need to adjust your finances. To save […]

Wedding preparation can be a lot to handle. With so many tasks to get through on a regular basis, it can be easy to allow some social graces and customs to fall to the wayside. Tipping, for example, might not be at the forefront of your mind when you think about your vendors. Still, there […]

The longer you’ve been with your significant other, the more likely it is that you’ve experienced a few heated disagreements. According to marriage statistics, couples tend to argue about financial troubles more than anything else. When money is tight, you may experience more tension with your partner. While there’s no easy way to solve all […]

Estate planning includes a lot of small details. Whether your spouse is your estate’s executor or not, they’ll have to deal with those details — and taxes could be near the top of the list. Even in death, you may still need to pay federal and state levies, depending on what your estate’s financial picture […]