The Honeymoon's Over: Time to Budget One of the smartest moves newlyweds can make is learning to budget their money as soon as they get married. Often times newly married couples do not take the time to sit down and work out a budget that they both agree upon. This leads not only to financial problems but has the potential of leading to relationship problems as well. Here are some important steps to making a budget and learning smart spending habits. Study Both Incomes Whether each person is working or one is staying at home or going to school, it is important to look at each income and … [Read more...]
Newly-wed information – How to survive the initial phases
July 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Image via Wikipedia If you are a newlywed, you are entering into a different phase in your life. You are wed for a reason. You might have done it for companionship. For love. For intimacy, and much more. As a newlywed your expectations are sky-high. Your partner would have promised you a lot of things before marriage. Or looked promising enough rather. You are entering into a phase full of dreams and hopes. But then, the grass always looks greener on the other side. If you want to survive the initial phases of being a newlywed, you are in for a long time association with your spouse. … [Read more...]
The challenges in newly married life
April 12, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The challenges in newly married life- Act before you react - People are accustomed of facing challenges in every sphere of life and the ones who can face the challenge and overcome them in a planned manner are the only ones who reach great heights. Marriage is a very important part in an individual’s life but as soon as the individual gets married an extra significant amount is added in his expenditure. Ranging from the basic amenities of life to societal image everything needs a considerable amount to be spent on it. Further adding marriage leads to a family, a new responsibility … [Read more...]
The Marriage Challenge
April 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The world is full of constant surprises, and the great institution of marriage is definitely no exception! It all starts with that "hello" and the longing look of the eyes, batting the eyelashes, and other similar actions. And then, boom! You're in love. You get married. You get extra financial surprises that might throw you for a loop, too! Watch out for them. Unexpected expenses are pretty common when it comes to newlyweds; a new place to live, new cars, even children. There's so much out there to worry about that not even this puny article can list them all without using up all of … [Read more...]
How to Deal with Your Spouse Going Back to School
April 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Going back to school is a big deal for most people. It requires sticking more closely to a budget and avoiding extra expenses. Besides the financial implications, few people realize that it can take a toll on their spouse. Usually, they are the ones who have to pick up the slack with extra household chores and taking care of the kids. Additional problems arise when there is a drastic change in the routine. New schedules have to be made to accommodate the changes. It isn't easy when your spouse goes back to school. Part of dealing with your spouse going back to school is communication. It … [Read more...]
Newlyweds: A cherished occasion!
March 2, 2011 By Leave a Comment
This is the beginning of a new life for newlyweds. The excitement level continues to make people fall in love over and again. There would be certain types of responsibilities or expectations. It should be mentioned upfront that there is nothing more important than winning the trust level and love of your spouse. The whole life-experience is about to witness a series of passionate feelings and emotions. Both the partners are supposed to make few changes here and there. The lifestyle pattern or habits are expected to be changed over here. It is an exciting prospect in itself considering the view … [Read more...]