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September 14, 2006
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Pinings: Dollars and sense Dear Pinings, We are both 25 and have student loans. His car is new, mine is sort of a beater. We’ve thought about getting rid of one and sharing … but I’m afraid that will just create new problems. I suggested we ask our parents for small loans, just to make things easier for a while, but he doesn’t want to do that. Help. Zoe Dear Zoe, Go over all of your bills with your boyfriend and how much you spend each month. When you do the math, try and look at ways you might come up with more cash in your pocket. Can you spend less on groceries? Gas? Can you go to the dump rather than paying for trash removal? All of the little things add up. If you pare down your cable bill (and trust me, I’d really struggle with that one, so I know how painful it sounds), you might be able to save $25 or $35, which would pay for ….well, pizza and a movie one night or half of another bill or you could just put it away for a rainy day. It’s all about planning and execution. You have to be diligent and serious or else you’ll stay in the same pattern. Money stuff is hard on couples. Once you establish your priorities (yours and his) and talk about your relationship with money (yours and his) you’ll be better equipped to handle the issues and stay out of the boxing ring. Sherry Hughes welcomes letters from readers at sah103@hotmail.com Comments? Thoughts? Discuss this article and more at hippoflea.com |
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