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One of the easiest ways for couples – or even business partners – to find themselves fighting about finances is when they don’t share the same priorities regarding how, when, and where to spend money.

This article is the second in a series on Couples & Money. To read the first, "How to Talk About Finances Without Fighting,"  please click here.

Money itself is not intrinsically good or bad. However, it can symbolize how we feel about ourselves in the most profound ways, carrying a lot of emotions along for the ride.

Unfortunately, money can also be one of the biggest sources of stress in any relationship. So, being on the same page about how to handle your family finances can be a game changer for many couples. As they say, if you’re not together…you’re going to be separate.

When buying a house or making any big purchase together, it’s important for couples to be on the same page financially. You have to work together to save up for the down payment, as well as agree on how much house you can afford.