marriage and money

Is a Joint Loan Application Better than Single?

As a married couple taking out a personal loan, you have an important choice to make: Do you go for a joint loan application or are you better off single? We explain how to weigh the benefits of each, so you can secure the right financing at a good interest rate.

Wedding Cost Infographic

Given total wedding cost these days, if you don't budget carefully you're likely to start the marriage in debt with money fights that stress relationships.

9 Signs Your Spouse is a Financial Bully

If you're in one of these situations, it could be a sign you're in a relationship with a financial bully. We offer seven tips to even the playing field.

Financial Do’s and Don’ts That Married Couples Need to Know

More than anything else, financial stress can ruin a perfectly good relationship. It's a fast track to divorce. We help married couples find common ground.

Don’t Go Into Debt After Getting Married

the last thing you need in a new marriage is to go into debt and face financial stress that could potentially lead to divorce. We give 4 ways to avoid debt.

Newlyweds: Keep Credit Positive After Combining Finances

Financial stress is a leading cause of divorce. We help newlyweds avoid common credit stressors that could lead to conflict in your relationship.

Money moves for engaged couples

Engaged couples face an uphill battle to get on the same financial footing. We offer some tips on how to start the money talk to get on the same page.

7 Wedding Venue Ideas for Budget-Minded Couples

Reserving the perfect space for your wedding is an essential part of making the event you want, but don't let wedding venue costs kill your budget.

Prenuptial Agreements: 5 Factors to Consider Before You Sign

Before you decide to sign any prenuptial agreements, make sure to consider these points so you can avoid getting shafted if your marriage ends in divorce.

Can joint accounts damage your personal finances?

Opening joint accounts after marriage can make it easy to manage your money as a couple, but you have to get on the same financial page.

Financial Steps to Take During a Divorce

Divorce is hard enough on you mentally and emotionally. Don't add to that burden with extra financial stress. We offer tips on executing a smooth filing.

Are you prepared to combine finances with your partner?

The process to combine finances after marriage can be a smooth ride or the start of a rocky road to divorce if you're not careful and on the same page.

Top 5 Money Management Skills that Every Newlywed Couple Needs to Know

Newlywed couples should take note of these five key money management skills if they want to avoid conflict and get on the same financial page.

Debt and Money Issues: Why It is So Important to Have Open Discussions

Debt and other money issues have a way of ruining a perfectly lovely relationship. Miss Money Bee helps keep your relationship sweet with some key advice.

Love and Money: What Makes Marriage

All is fair in love and war, but what about love and money? We help you understand financial stress so you can avoid ruining your relationship for debt.

How to Pay for Your Wedding Day

Figuring out how to pay for your wedding day is critical if you don't want to let money come between you and your new spouse in your first year of marriage.

How To Avoid Wedding Bills & Have Wedded Bliss

Valentine's Day is one of the most popular times to pop the question, but an extravagant proposal and ceremony could lead to serious wedding bills.

Marriage and the Money Blame Game

When financial stress hits you as a couple, it's easy to start playing the money blame game and pointing fingers at who's really causing your debt problems.