The Young Couple's Guide to Growing Rich Together

Book excerpt: Financial strategies that help couples start off on the right foot Couples today face a far more complex financial environment than their parents could have imagined. The Young Couple's Guide to Growing Rich Together addresses issues unique to those just starting out--from limited incomes and college debt to home purchases, new babies, and more--and provides the knowledge and tactics necessary for juggling these financial responsibilities while also working on the nonfinancial aspects of a still-developing relationship. Featuring strategies that are both sensible and realistic, this financial planning guide explains how to tackle the smaller issues before they grow to take on a life of their own. Sample topics include: Techniques for combining personal budgets Determining whether a prenuptial agreement is appropriate How to address financial "differences of opinion"