I know so many who live by the “my money” &”your money” and pay equal contributions for bills yet have unequal income. For me, once it was all “our money” that’s when we stopped missing bills and stopped questioning the others expenses. Things became far more open and honest, and a cohesive plan for the future started to take shape. Everybody different but it all comes down to being honest with each other. Great points frugalgreencouple.
@francesthompson13246 жыл бұрын
It is so great that the two of you communicate so well;)He is a lucky husband to have such a smart, crafty wife. Good luck on building that "nest egg" and teaching the children about finances.
@FrancisRodgers6 жыл бұрын
Another great video. However I think a very important one was probably taken for granted because you guys are together for so long (I have seen you refer to this in other videos). That would be should a couple manage their finances separately and contribute equally to a combined "Family Maintenance" pot, or should they just have all their money go into a single account and work from a single budget. I was once involved in working out a pre-nuptial agreement with a client I coached. Because I am single I was thinking, as the man did in this particular instance, that they should have separate finances. For me that would make sense, but for the client she could not bring herself to see things this way. At first I thought it was selfish, lazy and unfair. However, thankfully, I am trained as a coach to leave my judgment at the door, and it was a great lesson. As she opened up some really great reasons to combine finances. This even made me more open to combining finances when I meet that special person I am lucky enough to marry, whereas before, I would have completely dismissed it, and likely would not have continued the relationship. It also really comes down to the perspective people go into a relationship with. For me, I think people are living longer and longer and so I don't see marriage as an "Until debt do us part" thing. A lifelong commitment, I would personally see it more like "Until our children are grown up" thing. So maybe breakup is not inevitable, but going into a relationship with that possibility in mind, makes me think finances should be separate. However, as I explained, that view was challenged and I would be much more flexible than before. So its a pretty big one to take for granted and it would be interesting to not only know how you answer it (I'm guessing it all goes to you for management FGG), but how you reached the decision. No insult intended to either of you, but it seems like he is pretty easy going, and you would take the lead, especially financially. But I wonder how it would have been resolved if this was not the case, or if something strange (I cant think what) changed that forced a situation where he needed to take control of the finances.
@frugalgreengirl6 жыл бұрын
Francis Rodgers That is actually the topic of this Tuesday's video!
@rainbowphoenix81686 жыл бұрын
Yay! A new video! Very glad you stressed retirement savings and leading by example for your kids. Both are so important!
@oddbod63666 жыл бұрын
The beer allowance is the most important lesson 😉🍺
@CentsibleLivingWithMoneyMom6 жыл бұрын
Your hubby and you are so cute together. This is such a wise video. Which one of you is more frugal?
@frugalgreengirl6 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I'm definitely the more frugal one.
@BoilerRoomRadio6 жыл бұрын
Mr. Frugal....epic beard young man. Excellent info, keep up the good videos!
@RadianceRush6 жыл бұрын
Could you do a video expounding on how you teach your kids about finances?
@senorra9416 жыл бұрын
Good looking couple!...and sensible.
@brendasmiley61286 жыл бұрын
This is great information! Alot of people need to embrace these strategies. Thanks for sharing👍🌞💚
@dinetk31256 жыл бұрын
That was very thorough, thank you. Nice to see you two together!
@elizabethpendleton34216 жыл бұрын
AWESOME Wise advise...it's said, couples that look alike (not that you have a beard. .lol) are happier and stay together forever! Blessings to you two!
@pennyann3336 жыл бұрын
Great advice from a lovely couple. Thanks for sharing.
@LGW3-Orchids-Exotics6 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with all of these great points! Some have been hard lessons learned, but hopefully, I am gaining some knowledge with age and continuing to make healthy changes... Stay tuned!
@northernpike566 жыл бұрын
Nice to see frugalgreenguy...treat him good he got ur back :)
@curiosity23146 жыл бұрын
Great short term strategy. Next thing to deal with is what Technology has to say about what happens next. The future is very much concerning with automation; well no issues for me here and now but I'm really concerned for kids in the future. We are at the juncture just about right now. It has been said in the past but this time is different. We need to be mindful of our politicians and corporations. They are both exceeding what is good for people. My take.
@couponville16 жыл бұрын
Thank you both for sharing. I'm glad that you both got together and did this video together. I think it's going to be powerful for a lot of couples not just young couples people starting out but maybe even people going on second and third marriages.
@leeannwicker9376 жыл бұрын
Dh and I had an agreement that neither could spend over a certain dollar amount without consulting the other.
@KaityLowe6 жыл бұрын
Great advice! Budgeting definitely is everything and honestly is key!
@zullylozano18406 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the very helpful tips. When will you post a garden update?
@frugalgreengirl6 жыл бұрын
Garden type video coming out today!
@couponville16 жыл бұрын
I think you're going to get a ton of shares on this video. LOL
@denisegregory91156 жыл бұрын
You two are such a great couple, you have similar values and both work together and live it
@thelmaespinel85586 жыл бұрын
Great advices thank you for sharing
@nicidevine6670 Жыл бұрын
We don’t fight about money 💴 anymore lol 😂
@scandaliez6 жыл бұрын
Well said guys.
@kathygarber94076 жыл бұрын
Haven't been here for awhile! It's so nice to see your hubby on here too! Good video, especially the advice for young newly weds! Good seeing you again have a nice rest of the summer!
@colty77646 жыл бұрын
Stay away from high interest debts like the plague. Pay off all credit card debt ASAP.. just use credit cards as basically a very short term loan. Mortgage debt and home equity loans (low interest loans) are ok... but keep your budget in order. Always buy cars that maintain their value over time(Hondas, Toyotas, etc) and keep them maintained. Eat healthy (organic) and get daily exercise to try and avoid health care expenses.
@charmainemontgomery5826 жыл бұрын
Very wise information!
@zoilacruz18436 жыл бұрын
Like always WISE VIDEO :)(
@crp35316 жыл бұрын
First!
@crp35316 жыл бұрын
Oops... Second!
@couponville16 жыл бұрын
Hi Husband
@mmmVIEWER16 жыл бұрын
What do you think of separate bank accounts during the first 2-3 years of Marriage or common law?
@frugalgreengirl6 жыл бұрын
That sounds like a great suggestion for a future video! Sorry I can't answer now, I don't think there is a simple answer.