Marriage Finances

The best educated and most prosperous have the most stable families, while working class families have seen the greatest increase in relationship instability. Why? The book provides the answer: greater economic inequality has profoundly changed marriage markets, the way men and women match up when they search for a life partner. It has produced a larger group of high-income men than women; written off the men at the bottom; and left a larger group of women with a smaller group of comparable men...

When a young inheritor announces that they have met “the one”–their chosen life partner whom they hope to marry–the wheels of the wealth advising industry whir into motion. Advisors recommend prenuptial agreements, wealth-owning families discuss how transparent to be about the family’s financial situation, and white papers offer best practices about how to onboard the new partner to the wealth-owning family’s cultural and financial ecosystem. But amid all of this, there is a young couple in love.

A vital call to disrupt systemic forces that impoverish families and to reimagine accessible higher education, empowering parents to thrive in college and at home From the former teen mom and award-winning founder of Generation Hope, a nonprofit committed to expanding education access for young...

God wants our days to be abundant and thriving! Learn to cultivate habits that produce prosperity and contentment in every area of life. What if you were immersed in a daily experience of prosperity—one that would give you hope and impact all of your life? It is likely you would receive...

For the top-earning woman, the rules are different. She faces a much higher risk for burnout, infidelity, and divorce. In this highly practical audiobook, financial guru and media star Farnoosh Torabi - a breadwinner herself - presents a bold strategy that not only addresses how income imbalances affect relationships and family dynamics, but also how a woman can best manage (and take advantage of) this unique circumstance - emotionally, socially, and financially.

Here's how to maintain a strong marriage no matter what comes your way. Now more than ever, couples are facing tough times that can impact on even the strongest of marriages. In In Good Times and Bad, family counselor and relationships expert M. Gary Neuman and his wife, Melisa, take a look at one of the biggest issues couples face - money management - and give you the tools you need to deal with whatever financial challenges come your way.

Interest in psychology extends well beyond the walls of academia. Sigmund Freud, Carl Jung, and William James are just a few examples of the many people in psychology whose works remain, popular sellers, demonstrating an ongoing vast interest in this field. From students looking for a...

In Infinite Love & Money, Mollie and Joel bring their expertise with love and money, respectively, to help lovers connect at a deeper level. Listening to this audiobook will help you understand each other’s financial backgrounds and money personality types. It will dive deep into the emotions surrounding money and finances, as well as your dreams and desires. Coupled with some pragmatic ideas on how to handle your finances, celebrate your differences, and recover from your conflicts, this audiobook makes the perfect guide for any couple at any point in their financial journey.

A new kind of manifesto for the working woman, with tips on building wealth and finding balance, as well as inspiration for harnessing the freedom and power that comes from a breadwinning mindset. Nearly half of working women in the United States are now their household's main breadwinner. And...

In Labor's Love Lost, noted sociologist Andrew Cherlin offers a new historical assessment of the rise and fall of working-class families in America, demonstrating how momentous social and economic transformations have contributed to the collapse of this once-stable social class and what this seismic cultural shift means for the nation's future.

It's a documented fact, inflation and recession create incredible pressures on couples. It's true, during our last recession, 43 percent of US couples, and almost a third of couples surveyed, say the recession had caused them to argue more often, primarily about household finances. But the good news is–it just doesn't need to be like that! It’s so easy to stick our heads in the sand and avoid conflict, isn’t it? But we all know these discussions aren’t like fine wines, they are NOT going to age well!

Never throw good money after bad. And don't be imprisoned to the past. Amit Varma and Vivek Kaul begin with a story from Vietnam and end with a musing on bad relationships, explaining the factor common to both: THE SUNK COST FALLACY. Every single day, we encounter this fallacy in our lives. Recognising it is the best way to avoid it!

Transform your financial life with "Financial Habits," the ultimate guide to building wealth and mastering money management for adults and kids alike. This book, written by Sage Everest, a renowned author and financial expert, simplifies the path to financial success through actionable habits anyone can adopt.

Your sweetheart popped the big question and you said yes! I’m sure you’re so excited to start planning your perfect dream wedding. There is just one nagging little question that keeps popping up, “How am I going to afford all of this?” You want to have the wedding you’ve always dreamed of, but without a side of massive debt and financial stress to go along with it! I get it! Weddings are expensive and I don’t blame you for not wanting to spend all of your life’s savings for just one day of fun! And the good news, it is possible to have your cake and eat it too!

Brenda, Kevin, and the kids were stuck...Brenda had taken a 20 percent pay cut and was told by her boss she should feel "lucky to still have a job". But they were already living paycheck to paycheck. How were they going to get by with 20 percent less income? Move. Brenda was offered a great job six states away. They'd have to sell the house, though. But they didn't have much equity. The few offers they received were lower than what they owed. Can't sell a house if you can't pay off your loan.

Talking about money with your spouse or fiancé can be as scary as walking blindfolded on a tightrope strung above a blazing fire. It can also be a beautiful, intimate pursuit that helps you feel more connected than ever. How your partner responds to your financial concerns - with support, or lack of concern - affects you more profoundly than how any other person on the planet does. When they dismiss your concerns, it stings. But when they listen, care, and move toward you with understanding, empathy and humility, well, that's how babies get made.

We face a crisis of sexuality. During the last few years, we have witnessed an unprecedented breakdown of traditions and mores concerning sexuality and the family. Countries across the West have suddenly and seemingly irrevocably instituted same-sex marriage; a former athlete has won awards for publicly changing gender; and no one seems to know what restroom to use any more. What used to be taboo and frowned upon has become normal and even encouraged. What used to be normal and sought after is now viewed as unnecessary and possibly harmful.

Do you struggle to put away money at the end of each month? Have your purchases taken on a life of their own? Does your paycheck grow wings and fly before you can get it into your bank account? You’re not alone. Many people today have trouble keeping money in their savings, and the problem is even worse with millennials.

The popular TODAY financial editor Jean Chatzky helps you navigate through the critical challenges and potential catastrophes of personal finance.You've just lost your job. You've got a baby on the way. Your parent has had a stroke. Most people seek financial help not because they're planning...