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The Ten Most Important Questions to Ask Before You Get Married

By Sheri & Bob Stritof, About.com

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Deal Breaker Question #4 - - In-laws

4. How much time will we spend with our in-laws?

They may be wonderful people who love you both, but your in-laws should not be allowed to interfere in your marriage relationship.

If either one of you will not set boundaries with your own parents when it comes to visits, phone calls, finances, children, etc., the problem with your in-laws will only worsen.

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