Step-Money: Dating Questions
Imagine a couple who has dated a while. She thinks he’s going to pop the question. He says, “When I look into your eyes I see our future’s merging together.†She says, “Yessss…†“So I was wondering, would you outline all of your debts and assets, show me your credit report, and sign this prenuptial agreement?†Ohhh, man, that hurts. And yet, at some point, dating couples—especially dating single parents—need to explore these issues. Go online for a free list of questions to help get you started.
About the Guest
Ron Deal
Ron Deal is Director of FamilyLife Blended®️ for FamilyLife®️ and President of Smart Stepfamilies™️. He is a family ministry consultant and conducts marriage and family seminars around the country; he specializes in marriage education and stepfamily enrichment. He is one of the most widely read authors on stepfamily living in the country.
About the Host
Ron Deal
Ron Deal is Director of FamilyLife Blended®️ for FamilyLife®️ and President of Smart Stepfamilies™️. He is a family ministry consultant and conducts marriage and family seminars around the country; he specializes in marriage education and stepfamily enrichment. He is one of the most widely read authors on stepfamily living in the country.
Episode Transcript
Ron: Should dating and engaged couples talk about money?
Announcer: For FamilyLife Blended®, here’s Ron Deal.
Ron: Okay, imagine a couple and they’ve been dating a while. She thinks he’s going to pop the question. He says, “When I look into your eyes all I can see is our futures merging together.” She says, “Yessss…” “So I was wondering, would you…” (“Yesss”) “Would you outline all of your debts and assets, show me your credit report, and sign this prenuptial agreement?”
Ohhh, man, that hurts. What a way to spoil an evening. And yet, at some point, dating couples—especially dating single parents—need to explore these issues. Well, online we’ve got a free list of questions to get you started. For FamilyLife Blended®, I’m Ron Deal.
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