QUARTERLY INSIGHTS ON HOW TO ACHIEVE FINANCIAL HARMONY IN THE HOME
THE FIRST “FAMILY CONVERSATIONS” EDITION
Nobody likes talking about money, even—or especially — when such conversations are kept “inside the house.” The topic of finance is often a taboo one, either because we’re afraid it might lead to arguments or because it’s easier to just sweep things under the rug and tell ourselves that we’ll deal with it later.
But having open and honest conversations about money — between partners and between generations — is one of the best and healthiest ways to ensure financial harmony in the home. It can reduce stress, confusion, and resentment. Most importantly, it can help families move significantly closer towards their financial goals. That’s because these conversations enable each member of the family to move in the same direction rather than opposing ones. It’s financial equivalent to four-wheel drive!
Over the next few editions of Family & Finance, we’ll break down some of the most important financial conversations your family can have. In this issue, we’ll focus specifically on the questions family members should be asking each other. Enjoy!