Happy Ever After? Show Your Paycheck to Your Significant Other


Did you know only every second American is telling their spouse about their actual income?

Moreover, money issues are a major reason couples get into fights — leading to money being the reason number two for divorce in the U.S. (right after infidelity.)

Here’s how to use money as an ally in your partnership:

Time for show-off
Sounds intimidating, as for most people personal income is directly tied to perceptions of self-worth. Swallow it up, get your most recent paycheck and show it to your

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