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Filed under: Budgets, The Dolans, Wealth

Ken and Daria Dolan, America's First Family of Personal Finance, answer your money questions every Friday.

Click here to ask Ken and Daria your question.

Did you know finances are the #1 reason couples split up? And that's without the added stress of a recession! It doesn't have to be that way. We've been doing this for a long time – helping folks with their personal finances and being married for more than 37 years! – and we've learned a few lessons along the way to making it all work. Check out our video response below to learn important strategies for a financially-successful partnership.

Dear Ken and Daria,

How do you get a significant other to sit down and discuss financial matters?



Do you suffer from MMD? Marital Money Discord affects many couples, but with a little communication and these strategies from Ken and Daria, you'll be on your way to financial bliss!
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