When couples plan their retirement, they should take into account a simple fact of life: On average, women live longer than men. A woman who reaches 50 is likely to live to 83, while a man who reaches 50 is likely to live only to 79. A healthy 65-year-old woman will live, on average, to
Many couples blame their marriage problems on disagreements and an inability to see eye to eye. Marriage counseling is a great option for couples who need to learn how to better communicate, but it might not solve the problem that caused a disagreement in the first place, especially if the problem involves money. So because
If you’ve noticed an uptick in engagement announcements on Facebook recently, it’s not all in your head — engagement season is a real thing. But if you’re thinking about proposing to your own partner, you’ll want to make sure you’ve talked through the practical side of things first. “You’ll want to have really good, open
When they discuss the future, couples in their 50s and 60s often put the focus on their children and grandchildren or the needs of their aging parents. If they get around to talking about themselves at all, they might discuss an upcoming vacation or something that needs fixing around the house. But what they tend
The cost to tie the knot just seems like it never stops growing. Getting married is just one of many financial milestones in your lifetime. So, as much as you want to blow an excessive amount on your fairytale wedding, there are many ways to cut the price here and there, and save for future