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What is Your Marriage Worth?

by Dale Harcombe

16 Nov 2009 01:51 PM

Can you put a monetary value on happiness? Apparently you can, according to Professor Paul Frijters. The man, named best Australian Economist under 40 years of age, has attempted to put a monetary value on major events in people's lives.

Do You Vote the Same as Your Spouse?

by Dale Harcombe

01 Nov 2009 01:38 PM

Do you vote the same way as your spouse? Does it matter if you don't? Or is it one of those fundamental differences where you would not even consider marrying someone who had a different political stance?

Finances, Work and Marriage

by Dale Harcombe

29 Oct 2009 02:39 PM

Who is the main financial planner in your marriage? Is it you or your spouse? According to Nancy Gibbs in her article What Women Want Now, 65% of women cite themselves as being the family's main financial planner. 71% labeled themselves the 'family accountant.

Changes in Marriage in USA

by Dale Harcombe

28 Oct 2009 06:53 PM

The other day I touched on some of the changes that have occurred with woman and work over generations. Of course this has had a huge impact on marriage as well.

Lifestyle Change

by Dale Harcombe

26 Oct 2009 09:00 AM

Last year Ms Weston of the tiny village of Cumnock NSW, Australia, came up with an initiative that saw city and interstate families radically change their lifestyle. Concerned about the decline in numbers at the local school she came up with a plan to convince people to move to the area.

Being Financially Strapped Can Be Good for a Marriage

by Dale Harcombe

14 Oct 2009 12:45 PM

Tough economic times don't have to be bad for your marriage. It can actually be a positive experience. Not being flush with money we often ended up doing a lot of things we wouldn't have thought of and things we wouldn't have known we could do unless we tried.

Is There Such a Thing As a No-Fault Divorce?

by Dale Harcombe

13 Oct 2009 01:59 PM

Is there such a thing as a no-fault divorce? The law says there is. But is there really? Let me share with you an example. Some time ago I knew a couple, let's call them Alice and John.

10 Tips Regarding Inspections

by Dale Harcombe

02 Oct 2009 01:53 PM

Your house is on the market. Here are 10 Tips to take note of before, or during, an inspection. 1. Before inspections put flesh flowers in vases on tables. Cook fresh bread or something else that gives a homely smell to the place, or the smell of fresh coffee brewing is good.

8 Essentials When Moving House

by Dale Harcombe

30 Sep 2009 08:37 PM

Moving house with your spouse can be a frustrating time but it will go smoother of you take note of the suggestions on this checklist. 1. Make sure you and your spouse are in agreement about moving and where you want to move to. It sounds obvious but isn't always the case. 2.

Moving House

by Dale Harcombe

29 Sep 2009 03:09 PM

Moving house, I heard recently on the radio, can be as stressful as divorce or the death of a spouse. It can be a time of emotional upheavals, depending on how long you have been in the one place and how attached to it you are. But it doesn't have to be a stressful experience.



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