Preparing for marriage: Conversations to have before marriage
Money, children, careers, faith, where to live and how you handle conflict. Talking now prevents surprises later.
The key points
- Money habits and debts
- Children: if, when and how many
- Careers, moves and ambitions
- Family expectations and holidays
Money talk
Share debts, savings, credit and spending styles honestly.
Family talk
How involved will parents be? Where do holidays happen?
Conflict talk
How does each of you calm down, and what helps you repair?