For most women the most important part of our marriage is the wedding day. We spend a lot of time dreaming about that day from the age of 7. We want the classic white dress , the tier wedding cake and to crown it all prince charming waiting at the alter.
This is all good. We also need to put in some thought to the days after the wedding. I.E OUR MARRIAGE
Before we get married there are certain things we need to be clear about as these are the things that we will be living after the wedding.
We need to consider
1.The children
Are you going have children? If yes how many? When are you going to have the children? The spacing of the children and so on. This is really important as it has a financial impact on your budget. Secondly for the lady the children will affect your career choices.
2. Budgeting & bills
You need to know who will be paying what bills. Who will be in charge of the budget? Who will ensure that the household is run smoothly?
3. Money
Will you have a joint account? Will you share your account details? Your payslip etc. Some of these issues are not automatic for all people. Some spouses would rather not share there payslip details and so on.
4. The IN-LAWS
Will we support them? How? Will we live with them?
5. Investment
What principles will we apply when investing? Some people do not believe in investments so they can be a drag if on the partner who sees opportunity in every situation.
6. Religion
What religion are we going to ascribe to? Are we going to be going to church? Which church?
The list above is not exhaustive it is just but a sample. Most of what you need to discuss is how life will be AFTER THE WEDDING.
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