Making Money Decisions as a Couple

making money decisions as a couple when disagreements create tension

Making money decisions as a couple can feel hard when you do not agree on priorities, spending, or what progress should look like. The truth is that making progress together does not require agreement on everything. It requires shared direction and a willingness to compromise. If money conflict feels ongoing, it can help to understand […]

Why Couples Fight About Money (It’s Rarely About Money)

why couples fight about money when disagreements feel personal

Most couples don’t argue about money because they’re bad at managing it. When couples fight about money, the real issue is usually something deeper than the numbers. The tension usually comes from differing priorities and the lack of a shared vision for what they’re building together. Understanding why couples fight about money starts with recognizing […]

How to Talk About Money Without the Arguments

Couple facing financial conflicts, learning to communicate about money effectively.

When I first meet couples, I often hear that they can’t talk about money without it turning into an argument—or they’ve stopped talking about it altogether. I get it. I grew up in a household where money was a major stressor. My mom managed the finances for years, but the stress became too much, and […]

🥳Smart Money Financial Coaching Hits A Big Milestone!

I am so happy to share that this month Smart Money Financial Coaching is celebrating our 5 Year Anniversary!  To be perfectly honest, this has been a bit of an emotional milestone for me.  🌊The emotions hit me like a wave that wasn’t really expected.  But through a bit of journaling, I think I have […]