I was curious to know what others think. Thanks!
2007-12-13 10:40:23 · 19 answers · asked by Little Angel 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
if he is good with money, then he should handle the finances, so long as you always have some "pocket money"
2007-12-14 09:59:27 · answer #1 · answered by sugarpie2 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have complete control over the money in my house. I didn't ask for it, it just ended up that way. My hubby is not great with money and he knows it, so it just kinda ended up this way.
Every couple is different, you have to do what is comfortable for you. If you don't like him having all the control, say something and see if the two of you can come to some sort of compromise. Let him know you want to be involved in financial matters.
Good luck.
2007-12-13 18:55:12 · answer #2 · answered by ♥Sweet♥ 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't believe no one in a marriage should be in complete control over the finances. Should be a shared responsibility, no one should control the others money.Arrangement should be made on certain bills to be paid by who. This person pays this bill and that person pays that bill.You should enjoy your finances.You work to live not live to work.
2007-12-13 21:10:30 · answer #3 · answered by Thunder 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
im "in control" in our relationship. i pay the bills (physically send them out) and i spend whatever, whenever. I don't go overboard though and I make sure money is going to savings every month and all of our bills are paid on time. He buys what he needs when he wants it too, and we discuss large purchases (over $100). But generally I know whats going on and how much money we have
2007-12-13 19:04:27 · answer #4 · answered by tcb 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, it should be joint control. I havent had a paycheck in 10 yrs but I have complete access to 'our' money. Hubby's earnings go into the bank and we each have a checkbook and debit card. There has to be trust and communication. We always ask each other before making a large purchase. It may not work for all couples but its been working for us for 18 yrs ;)
2007-12-13 18:52:07 · answer #5 · answered by gimme_jimmie48 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
HAHAHAHAHAHA... no! There is no such word as "control" in my marriage. It's a democracy. Despite the fact that I currently don't work (I'm getting my master's degree), and he supports us, we both have equal access to all funds.
Our rule, if it costs more than $50, you have to consult the other person. If you both don't agree it's a good buy, then it doesn't get bought .
Control... ha...that's funny.
2007-12-13 18:47:00 · answer #6 · answered by Dolyn 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
money matters should be a joint effort......he may want to handle paying the bills how ever he should not keep the balances and budget matters secret. first of all it's not a good idea .if he were to become sick or injured or even worse death you would have no clue as to how to take over the finances.
2007-12-13 18:46:26 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
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2007-12-13 19:05:33 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
all monies, with the exception of a few dollars saved for gifts and such, should be property of both spouses and both should determine - together - where it goes. no one person should "control" all the money.
2007-12-13 18:48:56 · answer #9 · answered by racer 51 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No, men should not have all the power. In fact, the women should not have all the power either.
A marriage is a patnership and should be treated as one.
2007-12-13 18:46:10 · answer #10 · answered by J'adore 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋