Let's take a moment and think back.... Do you remember when your husband first caught your eye or when you caught his? Was it love at first sight or did you grow to love him? Would you rush your girlfriend off the phone just to talk to him? You didn't want the conversation to end so you'd talk into the wee hours of the morning, not caring that you had to work the next day. You talked about everything -- your future, his future, your potential future together. You couldn't wait to hear what he had to say. You couldn't wait to see him and you were excited about spending time together and doing "fun" stuff! Then you got married and all the "fun" stuff stopped! I would categorize the "fun" stuff in a relationship as open, honest communication and quality time spent together. In an online article by Rinatta Paries, men are just as likely to appreciate communication as women AND men treasure time spent with a loving partner. I know you may find this hard to believe, but below I've outlined how a financial advisor can help open the lines of communication and increase the quality time you spend together; in essence, put your love life back on track. First, financial advisors create an environment that encourages open and honest dialogue. Money discussions are hard enough when you're dealing with the day-to-day. And when you have to plan for a future with someone else, money discussions don't get any easier. On top of that, everyone enters into relationships with their own preconceived views about how money should be earned, spent and invested. It's very rare that two people see eye-to-eye about household finances. An objective third party can help couples communicate more effectively about money goals and potential challenges by creating an environment that's free from criticism and judgment. | 
