Relationship problems can be caused or exacerbated by many high-stress life events. One such event is taking on a mortgage. If you’re going through the process, I don’t need to tell you why. You’re being asked to sign legal documents left and right. You’re hiring inspectors and maybe dealing with repairs. And of course, you’re ...
Category Archives: Money Issues
Houston Couples Counselor: Prevent Relationship Problems, Discuss Finances
As a Houston couples counselor, I talk to a lot of married couples about their financial disputes, and more often than not, I find that the root of the problem is that they are simply not communicating! In fact, many of them have never sat down and discussed their short-term and long-term financial goals ...
Houston Marriage Counselor: Unemployment Can Cause Relationship Problems
As a Houston Marriage counselor, I can tell you that unemployment can have a profound effect on your relationship.The couple’s money issues that may have existed before the job loss are now heightened. If one partner is still working, he or she may feel resentment towards the one who is staying at home. And ...
Houston Relationship Counselor: How to Handle Money Disagreements
As a Houston relationship counselor, I can tell you that one of the most common relationship problems that couples face is disagreements about their finances. We all approach money slightly differently. You may have different comfort levels taking risks with your money or using credit. One of you may be more prone to saving up ...