In this episode of Money and Marriage Made Simple, Tina Bunn discusses the importance of regular financial check-ins, known as 'money dates,' to maintain alignment and communication in a relationship. She provides a detailed guide on setting up these monthly and weekly check-ins, emphasizing collaboration, open communication, and the importance of celebrating progress. Tina also offers practical tips for making these sessions enjoyable and effective, and highlights the benefits of having a structured agenda to avoid financial conflicts.

Takeaways:

• Regular money check-ins keep communication open.
• Money dates prevent small issues from becoming big problems.
• Budgeting should be collaborative, not controlling.
• Set a relaxing atmosphere for money dates.
• Create an agenda to cover all necessary topics.
• Celebrate progress, don't just focus on problems.
• Plan and adjust next month's budget together.
• Weekly check-ins complement monthly money dates.
• Both partners should be involved in financial discussions.
• Use money dates to align on financial goals.

Links:

Money Date Guide - https://www.financeswithoutfear.com/product-page/the-secret-to-a-stronger-marriage-the-ultimate-money-date-guide

FREE Essential Money Checklist - https://www.financeswithoutfear.com/moneychecklist

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