I decided to buy most of the groceries and pay several bills.
I also still pay for our travel, but I wish hed chip in.
Hes told me he assumed because I asked him to go on the trips I would pay for them.
Im beginning to wonder if he thinks of this as my contribution to the rent?
How should I address this?
Whats My Rent Again?
It sounds like youll have a lot more clarity if you redirect your financial contributions toward rent.
Come up with an arrangement that works for both of you.
If youre renting a place together, determine the percentage of rent youll each pay.
Regardless of what youre paying, check that your name is on a lease or deed.
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Once you settle on your contributions toward housing, address the other expenses.
How will you split costs for groceries and bills?
How will you split costs for traveling?
This conversation can help you both understand your expectations around how youll each contribute to the households finances.
You could benefit from setting up a bank account or money management app that lets you automate these contributions.
Dana Miranda is a Certified Educator in Personal Finance and author of YOU DONT NEED A BUDGET.
