The Ramsey Show Highlights

"I've Got Really Bad News For You"

Aug 11, 2025
Explore the emotional turmoil of divorce after a decade, highlighting issues like financial infidelity and student loan debt. Hear a woman's struggle as she questions her commitment to a partner she has supported for years. Financial imbalances take center stage, revealing serious consequences for relationships without balance. The journey of seeking independence from a financially neglectful marriage adds another layer of complexity, offering insights on legal support and emotional resilience.
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ANECDOTE

Marriage Debt And Broken Promises

  • Wendy describes marrying a man who brought $300,000 in student loans and her plan to make extra income to pay it off.
  • She worked extra shifts and invested in a rental while he avoided extra work and spent rental income.
ADVICE

Talk To A Lawyer Immediately

  • Dave tells Wendy to consult a divorce lawyer because state law will likely split assets equally.
  • He warns that 'being the higher earner' or 'doing more work' usually won't change a 50-50 division in Ohio.
ANECDOTE

Partner Who Refused To Contribute

  • Dave labels the husband a 'mama's boy' who relied on others instead of contributing.
  • Wendy recounts his refusal to pick up shifts and misusing rental income while she covered expenses.
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