Who Makes The Most Money In Your Relationship? Balancing Finances as a Couple

Some people like being the sugga daddy in the relationship, taking most of the financial burden; others like being taken care of. Life also happens, especially in shaky economies. People get laid off or lose other sources of income. Of course, most couple seek a 50/50 arrangement, but for whatever reason this is not always the case.

Even more, a 50/50 arrangement doesn't always equate to splitting everything down the middle. If you live together, lay out all of your bills. If you're just dating, map out how many dates you usually go on throughout the month. If you can't afford to split the tab (or the bills) evenly, divide them up by importance or choose another barter situation. You may cover the mortgage, while he takes care of the cable and electric bill. You agree to buy the groceries, if he agrees to cook. He buys the new appliance if you help install it. Or, you agree that he pays for every two dates, while you pick up the third.

Whatever the arrangement, it's important to set aside a few moments to talk through your financial situations and come to an amiable agreement that both and he (and your egos) can live with. This way you are both satisfied with your financial contributions to the relationship