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Radical Personal Finance

1003: Don't Wait For Marriage Until You Can "Afford It"

Mar 18, 2024
Exploring the importance of marrying for love over waiting for financial stability, this podcast discusses the financial dimensions of marriage, benefits of marrying young, and navigating money in relationships. It delves into societal expectations around education and marriage, challenges of debt, and the impact of Hollywood wedding fantasies on couples.
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Quick takeaways

  • Marriage shouldn't be delayed for financial reasons, prioritize finding the right partner over financial readiness.
  • Focus on personal readiness and values in marriage decisions, don't let finances be the primary determining factor.

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Importance of Not Waiting to Marry Until Financially Set

The podcast challenges the notion of waiting to marry until financially secure, emphasizing that many young men and women delay marriage under the pretext of financial readiness. The speaker encourages quick marriage upon finding a suitable partner, citing that delaying due to financial concerns can rob couples of important years and may even jeopardize future marriage prospects. There's an emphasis on the impact of money on marriage but a push to not let finances hinder marrying if the desire and right partner are present.

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