I am single and 34. I could never set myself financially hoping that when i marry my couple helps me out to organise my finances better. I give out my money for charities, helping friends, going out and whatever.
So what is right?
2007-03-27 07:28:45 · 5 answers · asked by Johanpaul 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
Take it from a woman whose given 4+ yrs to a reckless spender. A long term relationship is already hard work, why add to the stress with financial worries? If you don't have at least 6 months of salary saved then you don't have the money to give away! Pay yourself first! (10% to your church, of course) Marriage is legally binding. You get her debt, she gets YOURS. Do you think it fair to add baggage to an already HARD feat? Divorce rates are at their highest...85% divorce over money problems! So is it important to financially be responsible...YES. In fact, the ONLY reason I will leave my b/f of 4+ yrs is money issues! He is in debt over his head and refuses to act responsibly & take care of them. His pay check has been attached & the loss of money is breaking us up! We can NO longer afford the car, boat and house. ALL b/c he didn't file his taxes 10 yrs ago!!!! with is exwife!!! The gov takes $650 right out of his checks! His exwife gets more than he does at this point! I have to bail his azz out or break up. This is killing me...I have so many kids to take care of. I didn't need another one! Grow up...be responsible! Make a budget and stick to it or don't get married/move in with anyone! Stay single!
2007-03-27 07:39:44 · answer #1 · answered by luv2bake 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should marry when you find the right person and the time is right. You can work out your financial situation when you've decided you want to commit the rest of you lives to one another. Don't wait for happiness, because no one is ever financially secure. Something could always happen.
2007-03-27 14:34:10 · answer #2 · answered by oj 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Being financially set before getting married is a wonderful idea, however doesn't always have to be the answer! Maybe you should focus on getting yourself financially stable rather then relying on someone else to do that for you! Manage your money better. You don't have to be before getting married, but it does help!
2007-03-27 14:33:27 · answer #3 · answered by JD84 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would be nice to do this, but if you wait until you are financially ready, you may never get there. When you find the right person, this is a decision you should make as a couple!
2007-03-27 14:39:01 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should always live within your means no matter whether you are single or a couple. Don't expect a partner to fish you out of muddy waters financially. Good luck and God Bless.
2007-03-27 14:33:50 · answer #5 · answered by tersey562 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋