Real Answers for Life’s Money Challenges
Ive been married for 20 years, separated for 10 years.
Four years ago, my husband moved into my house, which I bought using my credit only.
However, since we live in Tennessee, his name is on the deed.
I pay all the household expenses, although he makes more money than I.
He contributes $1,300 every two weeks.
I had to beg him to contribute financially, after he contributed nothing for the first year.
He has no retirement savings, no life insurance, no savings.
He intends to live off of my retirement.
He will not tell me how much money he makes, or let me see his Social Security statement.
He refuses to discuss.
Tennessee is not acommunity propertystate, so a spouse isnt automatically entitled to equal ownership of your assets.
Probably not as good as youd like.
It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings.
But what if your car breaks down, or you have a sudden medical bill?
Ask one of these companies to help… TheNational Domestic Violence Hotlinecan get you in touch with resources in your area: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233).
Dana Miranda is a Certified Educator in Personal Finance and author of YOU DONT NEED A BUDGET.
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When you log into your bank account, how do your savings look?
Probably not as good as youd like.
It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings.
But what if your car breaks down, or you have a sudden medical bill?
