July 16, 2025
How to Handle Money as a Newlywed Couple
You鈥檙e not just combining lives, you鈥檙e combining financial histories too. That means two sets of habits, two credit scores, two levels of experience with saving and spending, and maybe even two very different definitions of what a budget is. Start with a full picture of where you both stand. Talk through your income, your debts, your savings, and your everyday money habits. This is not about shaming each other or keeping score. It is about being transparent so you can build trust and avoid surprises later.
