In a small suburban town, there lived a couple named Sarah and John. They had been married for several years and shared a beautiful life together. However, their relationship faced a challenge when it came to their finances - John managed the long-term finances, while Sarah had no idea about any of the investments he held.
John had been investing for many years but never discussed finances. On the other hand, Sarah had little interest in these financial matters. Money was never really discussed outside of paying a few bills. On occasion when the subject of money was discussed, it led to arguments which is why Sarah and John no longer discuss money.
However, as time went on, Sarah began to feel a growing disconnect in their financial partnership. She realised that not being involved in financial decisions created a sense of unease and left her feeling disconnected from their financial future.
One day, Sarah stumbled upon an article that spoke about the importance of financial transparency in relationships. That the pandemic had been a “wake up call” to get our financial affairs in order. It emphasised the significance of both partners being aware of and actively involved in financial decisions, in the event that something could also happen, there was one document that held the key to all of their finances- what investments were held where, what should happen in case of a beloved passing, the location of their will, the summary of their dying wishes.
Inspired by this newfound knowledge, Sarah decided to have an open and honest conversation with John. She used the exact same document in the link below to start a conversation.
She approached John with her concerns, expressing her desire to be more informed and also to be more involved in their investment decisions. To her surprise, John welcomed her curiosity and saw it as an opportunity to strengthen their relationship even further. He understood that true financial partnership required transparency and open communication.
Together, Sarah and John embarked on a journey of discovery. John patiently explained the assets they owned. He shared his knowledge, empowering Sarah to ask questions, express her opinions, and actively participate in their financial decisions.
As Sarah became more engaged, the bond between them grew stronger. They agreed to meet every 90 days for a financial date night, discussed goals and aligned their financial plans over dinner, and made joint decisions on their finances. Sarah's newfound knowledge and involvement not only deepened their financial partnership but also enhanced their emotional connection.
Their shared experiences brought them closer together. They celebrated successes, learned from failures and revelled in the sense of accomplishment that came with making informed decisions as a team. The discussions created a harmonious balance that strengthened their financial foundation.
As the years passed, Sarah and John continued to grow as a couple. They expanded their investment portfolio, diversified their holdings, and remained committed to open communication. Together, they weathered market volatility, celebrated milestones, and navigated financial challenges with confidence, knowing they were united in their financial journey.
Their shared involvement in investments not only brought them financial success but also deepened their emotional connection. Sarah's newfound knowledge and active participation not only empowered her but also reassured John that they were truly partners in all aspects of their lives.
Together, they proved that open communication about their household income did not only strengthen their relationship but also paves the way for a prosperous and harmonious future through transparency, trust and shared involvement.
Money is the #1 reason for divorce so lets actively discuss money in our households.
In a small suburban town, there lived a couple named Sarah and John. They had been married for several years and shared a beautiful life together. However, their relationship faced a challenge when it came to their finances - John managed the long-term finances, while Sarah had no idea about any of the investments he held.
John had been investing for many years but never discussed finances. On the other hand, Sarah had little interest in these financial matters. Money was never really discussed outside of paying a few bills. On occasion when the subject of money was discussed, it led to arguments which is why Sarah and John no longer discuss money.
However, as time went on, Sarah began to feel a growing disconnect in their financial partnership. She realised that not being involved in financial decisions created a sense of unease and left her feeling disconnected from their financial future.
One day, Sarah stumbled upon an article that spoke about the importance of financial transparency in relationships. That the pandemic had been a “wake up call” to get our financial affairs in order. It emphasised the significance of both partners being aware of and actively involved in financial decisions, in the event that something could also happen, there was one document that held the key to all of their finances- what investments were held where, what should happen in case of a beloved passing, the location of their will, the summary of their dying wishes.
Inspired by this newfound knowledge, Sarah decided to have an open and honest conversation with John. She used the exact same document in the link below to start a conversation.
She approached John with her concerns, expressing her desire to be more informed and also to be more involved in their investment decisions. To her surprise, John welcomed her curiosity and saw it as an opportunity to strengthen their relationship even further. He understood that true financial partnership required transparency and open communication.
Together, Sarah and John embarked on a journey of discovery. John patiently explained the assets they owned. He shared his knowledge, empowering Sarah to ask questions, express her opinions, and actively participate in their financial decisions.
As Sarah became more engaged, the bond between them grew stronger. They agreed to meet every 90 days for a financial date night, discussed goals and aligned their financial plans over dinner, and made joint decisions on their finances. Sarah's newfound knowledge and involvement not only deepened their financial partnership but also enhanced their emotional connection.
Their shared experiences brought them closer together. They celebrated successes, learned from failures and revelled in the sense of accomplishment that came with making informed decisions as a team. The discussions created a harmonious balance that strengthened their financial foundation.
As the years passed, Sarah and John continued to grow as a couple. They expanded their investment portfolio, diversified their holdings, and remained committed to open communication. Together, they weathered market volatility, celebrated milestones, and navigated financial challenges with confidence, knowing they were united in their financial journey.
Their shared involvement in investments not only brought them financial success but also deepened their emotional connection. Sarah's newfound knowledge and active participation not only empowered her but also reassured John that they were truly partners in all aspects of their lives.
Together, they proved that open communication about their household income did not only strengthen their relationship but also paves the way for a prosperous and harmonious future through transparency, trust and shared involvement.
Money is the #1 reason for divorce so lets actively discuss money in our households.
Pauline is the Founder of Femvestorsglobal. Her love of her community of women, her passion for changing lives and genuine authenticity is what makes her unique. She left her corporate life after 25 years in 2021 so she could make a difference in the world and mentor women on personal finance and what not to do. She has spent 15+ years teaching herself about how to manage her finances, given her past experience of poor financial advice from “supposed experts”. She is an active philanthropist and donates 80% profits of her business to charities that supports children’s education and women’s empowerment programs. She has been nominated for women to look up to in 2023.
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