ONE Extraordinary Marriage Show 810: GET ON THE SAME FINANCIAL PAGE
Jun 4, 2024
Discover how financial intimacy can transform your marriage and alleviate stress. Alisa and Tony share personal stories about navigating college costs and the pressures that come with it. They discuss the importance of having open money meetings and listening to each other's perspectives. Learn how aligning on family priorities and teaching children about finances can create a strong legacy. Their honest insights offer a refreshing approach to overcoming financial conflicts and building deeper intimacy.
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College Timing Caught Them Off Guard
- Alisa and Tony faced college timing surprises when both kids applied at once after COVID altered plans.
- They shared how FAFSA delays and unexpected offers forced urgent family financial conversations.
Financial Intimacy Is Broader Than Budgeting
- Financial intimacy includes budgets, long-term investments, and legacy planning, not just day-to-day money.
- Past financial crises shaped Tony and Alisa's current approach and priorities.
Different College Pasts, Different Views
- Tony and Alisa came from different college-finance backgrounds which influenced their views now.
- Those different experiences created real conflict when deciding how to fund their children's college.
