marriage and money

In this episode, I had the privilege of chatting with Aaron Thomas, famously known online as the Prenup Guy. Aaron, a Harvard Law graduate with over two decades of experience in family law, shares his journey from being a family law attorney to founding prenups.com. He dives deep into the world of prenuptial agreements, debunking common myths and highlighting their importance not just in the event of a divorce but as a tool for financial clarity and protection in marriage. Aaron's insights are a treasure trove for anyone considering marriage or seeking to strengthen their financial unity with their partner. His personal story and the evolution of his thoughts on prenups shed light on how these agreements can serve as a foundation for a stronger, more transparent relationship.

About our guest:
Aaron Thomas, a three-time winner of Atlanta’s Best Divorce Attorney and a Harvard Law School graduate of 2002, is nationally recognized as a leading expert in family law. His firm, Aaron Thomas Law, was hailed as one of Georgia's fastest-growing family law firms from 2015-2022. Renowned for representing high-profile clients including NBA hall of famers, Superbowl winners, and Grammy award-winning artists, Aaron specializes in a broad spectrum of family law matters such as divorce, custody, child support, and prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. Additionally, as the founder of Prenups.com, he is considered the premier authority on drafting equitable prenuptial agreements, advocating for their role in fostering happy marriages by preventing common marital disputes through establishing a solid financial foundation during the engagement phase.

https://prenups.com/

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↳ In this episode, Alex is in the hot seat as we discuss some of the tensions that have come up in our relationship as we invest our money in startups. Listen in as we discuss our differences around money, real estate, and frugality.

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- Why are love and money so uniquely combustible?

- Why do we often not give our significant other the benefit of the doubt? How can we give our partners more grace and understanding?

- What do you do if a couple is stonewalling one another?

- Can understanding your partner’s money type or money script play a role in giving them this grace?

- How accurately are couples assessing each other's spending habits and what can be done to combat this trap of both spenders getting the marriage in trouble?

- How can we encourage and model radical responsibility for our clients and encourage them not to point fingers at their partners?

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Money is at the ROOT of all problems in a relationship….right?

Going by the statistics, money issues are the leading cause of divorce. Your relationship/marriage is likely to suffer if there are tensions around money.

This goes to show how important this topic is and why we should all cultivate a culture of transparency around money in committed relationships.

But it is not always easy.

Most of our money beliefs are deep-rooted and depend on how we were raised as well as other influences in our lives.

In this episode, we discuss the critical questions and conversations you must have in any relationship about money.

We explore the 6 KEY AREAS around money that every couple should talk about to establish a common ground if they don’t want money to kill their relationship.

In addition, we give some advice based on our own experiences and how we establish our priorities in every season of life.

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Key Takeaways

- What in the world – decoding the matrix of music (01:16)

- The 6 KEY areas of money (06:46)

- What makes it difficult to talk about in relationships (08:39)

- Are you defensive around your money beliefs (12:42)

- Remove the emotions out of personal finance (25:45)

- What do you value in life (26:54)

- Joint vs. separate banks A/Cs in marriage (33:40)

- You are a team- build a vision together (41:42)

- You both have to compromise (43:32)

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This week we are talking about Financial Management In Marriage. Every marriage is different, but one thing every marriage does have in common is money. We have some tips to help you learn how to work together and thrive in the area of finances in your marriage.

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Do you feel like roommates instead of soulmates?...your communication is lacking?...you've lost the spark when it comes to intimacy?...or you're on a different page from your spouse when it comes to finances? Schedule a Discovery Call with Juli & Thomas to learn how to solve the complex marriage puzzle to go from being overwhelmed to being secure in your marriage.

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Sometimes the reason we struggle with our finances is because we’ve been told lies about money that give us a false perspective. This week, we’re learning what the Bible says so we can apply God's truth to our finances.

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When life’s circumstances force you to rethink your finances, where do you turn for answers? No matter where you are on your financial journey, it’s possible to honor God with your money. Together, let’s learn what the Bible says about finances and gain some practical tools that will give us the freedom to say, “Keep the Change!” 

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Jacqueline Schadeck is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional who partners with individuals and families to help them gain financial clarity. She believes that people need comprehensive financial guidance in order to make the best decisions, and she has a passion for helping clients achieve financial success.
 

Jacqueline has been asked to contribute to numerous media outlets, including CNBC, MarketWatch, Atlanta Business Chronicle, and many more. Any given week, you might find her leading financial education presentations to a local AARP chapter or explaining the tax code at a public library education session. She was even honored with the 2017 Impact Award by the Financial Planning Association of Georgia for her dedication to her industry.
 

In keeping with her desire to help people, Jacqueline finds it important to give back to her community by volunteering for various organizations including her church, several non-profits, and her college alma mater. She is also a past board member for the Financial Planning Association of Georgia.

Jacqueline is giving the listeners to this podcast a special discounted rate for How to Get Started Investing. By using the promo code Drwilled, you will receive 50% off of the price. 

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Today's episode is released on September 18, which happens to be Shanna and her husband Eric's 15th wedding anniversary!

You would think that a Financial Planner and an accountant would have an easy time when it comes to money matters, but that's not necessarily the case. Like most couples, money can be a challenging topic, particularly when you have two professionals with strong opinions!

Shanna walks us through why she and her husband brought in outside help, including Kelsa Dickey, the financial planner we met in a previous episode.

Resources:

Fiscal Fitness Phoenix Website: https://fiscalfitnessphx.com/

Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud: https://www.amazon.com/Boundaries-Updated-Expanded-When-Control/dp/0310351804/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2DIDRNY2YRJKW&dchild=1&keywords=dr+henry+cloud+boundaries&qid=1599323422&sprefix=dr+henry+%2Caps%2C440&sr=8-2

Heritage Financial Website: https://www.heritagefinancialaz.com/

Book an appointment online or call Shanna at 480-397-1184