Find Common Ground to Strike up a Difficult Money Conversation
Whether it’s speaking on the same page with a spouse or supporting a friend’s monetary goals, sometimes financial discussion is necessary. To start a conversation on a positive note, find common ground.
NerdWallet explains that there are many sticky money situations that can be resolved with a simple conversation. Maybe a wasteful friend owes you money. Maybe your partner is a wasteful and you are a keeper. In any situation, NerdWallet offers several ways to make the conversation less intimidating.
For example, starting a conversation from a general perspective can help start a conversation without judgment. Financial consultant Andy Tilp told the site:
It’s important to understand that the other person in the conversation is likely to have money issues too, despite appearances … Starting a conversation knowing that the other person isn’t perfect in their financial life is a good start.
Admitting your own financial problems not only deprives the conversation of judgment, but also helps the other person to improve the relationship. To learn more about NerdWallet’s tips for discussing finance, check out their full post.
How to Have Tough Financial Conversations with People You Love | NerdWallet
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