How To Normalize Conversations About Money In Your Relationship
Discuss it even on the first date
“When you’re dating, start to have those small conversations. Even if it’s the first date, talk about expectations on who is paying for what, without it being super awkward. Start an environment in which you can have financial talks, openly and early. Then money becomes a natural conversation,” says Dr. Scott. She adds, “If you notice it tenses up every time you have one of those conversations, that’s something to take into consideration about who you’re dealing with.”