When was the last time you had a ‘money meeting’ with your significant other? It probably doesn’t sound as fun as a date out at the movies or a concert if you manage to find some alone time. Whether you call it a ‘dollar date’, ‘change chat’, or ‘loonie love’, it’s time to grab a cup of tea or a glass of shiraz, carve out 20 minutes, and book a time regularly to talk about your family finances.
Don’t forget this time is to be a proactive, constructive conversation, and not a reactive explosion the night the credit card bill arrives!
Often, just starting the conversation is not easy, no matter if you are beginning a new relationship or can’t remember how long ago your relationship began!
This article by Melissa Leong from the Financial Post gives you a great place to start…
