2006-10-09 05:09:46 · 36 answers · asked by maxy t 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
Depends on the relationship. By and large. wealthy people marry other wealthy people. My daughter won't talk to any man who is not a millionaire. But then while not herself rich by local standards (by world standards she probably is) she has a lot to offer (lots of degrees and professional qualifications; gets to go to parties and hobnob with the rich and famous and the crowned heads of Europe).
But she risks never marrying because of her stubbornness, which is too bad. Same is true of some of her (really rich) girlfriends, that she went to school with.
But maybe better than marrying your cousin the way Saudis do. Or your father, the way one American woman did who was in the news lately.
2006-10-09 05:12:52 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
This could depend on whether you're dating, engaged or married! And, it depends on your age too... to a degree. There are, as well, serveral other factors that are important too, one being whether an individual is 'responsible' with their money. That can affect a relationship, married or not.
If you're dating, and younger, it can depend on whether you come from a 'traditional' standard. The male asks a female out, he pays. Seems the youth of today though tend to "dutch treat"... where both pay their share for an event. But is it important to the relationship? There again it's dependent on the individual, what their expectations are. Sometimes, one partner or the other feels the other should have money if they want to do a lot of things and if the money just isn't there....well, it's adios to the relationship. There you have to think then whether the relationship was worth anything to begin with if it just involved money!
If you're engaged or married, money can be important to your past present and future in a relationship... but most importantly... how an individual handles their money is the key...because it can open a door as fast as it can close it. In today's society, your credit is nearly everything and money, the lack of it, can put a strain on a relationship. It's important that two individuals have the same goal when money is involved, have the same values... in order to work towards the same desire.
2006-10-09 05:30:32 · answer #2 · answered by pane2nou 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To me personally I think monely is like a second priority in a relationship. Because I think communication and love are first and second in a relationship. Money isn't the over all thing that drives a relationship unless you are gold digger or something. But you really don't need it that much except for dinners and trips if you are just dating. But if married then yea it would be more important because of all the expenses that need paid.
2006-10-09 05:28:50 · answer #3 · answered by Bloody Kisses 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not as important as having the same attitudes about money. Money is a source of stress when the people in the relationship value money differently, and can't adjust to one another's spending habits.
2006-10-09 05:14:25 · answer #4 · answered by Let Me Think 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Very important. The worst fights in relationships can be over money issues
2006-10-09 05:13:01 · answer #5 · answered by ImSpoilednLoveit 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It isn't necessarily the money (or lack thereof) that causes the problems in so many relationships.
It is how the couple each relate to money. If one person likes to hold onto every nickel and their partner likes to spend them, it won't matter if they make 10,000 a year or, 10 million.
I feel pre-nuptial agreements would be better if the couple negotiates how money will be used within their partnership. What portion of each paycheck will go towards bills, how much money is completely discretionary, what will be saved toward retirement and how will debt be handled. Facing those obstacles before the vows can ease any marriage forward . . .
2006-10-09 05:18:36 · answer #6 · answered by PJinLA 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Money is not important. How you use the money you have however is. If you waste it you will have troubles very fast. if you try to be in total control of all the household money there will be troubles.
It is best to be wise with money when in a relationship. Spend wisely. share costs, share how it is handled. This is the #1 thing couples fight about. Be wise and save the fights for the remote control and the WWE.
2006-10-09 05:14:55 · answer #7 · answered by my_iq_135 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Financial problems are the cause of many breakups and divorces, however it doesn't have to be that way. If you are truly commited to a relationship you will make it through the bad times as well as the good. My wife and I have had financial trouble the whole time we've been togehter because of our health problems. We just budget ourselves and have learned to live with less and hold onto each other more. As long as we have a loving relationship we consider ourselves rich!
2006-10-09 05:14:58 · answer #8 · answered by vanhammer 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Having enough money to pay your bills and live comfortably takes a great stress off of a relationship. Other than that, it is as important as you make it.
2006-10-09 05:11:03 · answer #9 · answered by Jenyfer C 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
the most important thing in a relationship
2006-10-09 05:11:23 · answer #10 · answered by Privatize 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋