Today’s episode is titled "Finances - The Great Divide" Why are we doing this episode? To help our listeners by share our own experiences and what we have worked on and worked through It’s a real problem and a leading cause of issues and divorce in marriages: Data from TD Ameritrade found that 41% of divorced Gen Xers and 29% of Boomers say they ended their marriage due to disagreements about money. A study of more than 4,500 couples published in the journal Family Relationships states that arguing about money early on in your relationship, may be the No. 1 predictor of whether or not you’ll end up divorced. Why is it such an issue?  Well, a study by Ramsey Solutions found that the stress created by the crushing burden of debt and the lack of communication in a marriage is a breeding ground for argument. We also believe that lack of communication can create a distrust issue, whether perceived or real.  Hiding money Secret spending Perceived power play Topics we discuss specifically How to start off on a good foot together as a team Who is the spender and who is the saver What’s Mine, Yours, Ours Manage extended family expectations Managing large purchases How to successfully work through financial trouble