How to talk about money before you get married

 

What are the money decisions people need to make before they get married? How do you approach conversations around money, and what are the areas you need to focus on? In this Discovery Smart Money podcast, we talk about all the financial details that can make or break a marriage, for example - can you afford to have a child?

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Host: Maya Fisher-French, Financial Consumer Journalist

“It’s very important to have a real conversation about what is going to happen when one party decides to stop work – how will they fund everything going forward?”

Onalenna Disipi, Discovery financial adviser and certified financial planner

Living out your financial values in a marriage

Once you get married, your financial plan will change. You want your life together to be risk-free and peaceful, and you’re no longer investing for one retirement but two. Speak to your financial adviser about your new family’s financial goals and how you can achieve them. If you don’t have a financial adviser, you can leave your details with us, and we’ll call you back to discuss your retirement plan and insurance needs.

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Teach your children about money by making smart money decisions as a family

In today's world, it’s becoming more and more important for parents to teach their children about money. In this Discovery Smart Money podcast, Maya Fisher-French explores how parents can raise financially-savvy children.

 
 
 
 
 
 

What is your family's financial value system?

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When the unexpected happens: strategic guidance from a financial adviser

In life, there are many unexpected events - retrenchment, loss of a spouse, severe illness - that can change your life in an instant. In this Discovery Smart Money podcast, Maya Fisher-French and financial adviser Adam Helper discuss the steps you can take to weather potential storms.

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