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By Sheri & Bob Stritof, About.com

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Money Issues to Talk About Before You are Married

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  • Can we talk about money?

  • Are you a saver or spender when it comes to money?

  • Do you want to have a budget?

  • Should we have a joint checking account or separate accounts or both?

  • Who is going to be responsible for making sure that bills are paid on time?

  • Do you consider going to the movies and having a vacation every year a necessity or a luxury?

  • How much do we owe in debts and what are our assets?

  • Where does our money go?

  • What are our financial goals?

  • Do you have any outstanding fines or debts?

  • What are our future plans for purchasing a home?

  • Do we both know where our important financial documents are located?

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