How Gay Couples Can Get on the Same Money Page | Queer Money Ep. 566

Queer Money®: How Gay People Do Money

Are you tired of fighting about money with your spouse? How can you get on the same page?

On this episode of Queer Money® podcast, hosts John and David explore a frequently asked question from members of the audience: “How can couples get on the same page about money?”

This episode features Adam Kol, the couple's money coach who discusses effective strategies for financial planning and communication between partners. Adam emphasizes starting conversations about general money attitudes rather than specific numbers initially, understanding each other's financial backgrounds, and building trust over time. He also provides practical tips on setting financial goals, managing differences, and fostering a team-like approach toward financial planning. The discussion highlights the importance of emotional and financial intimacy and offers actionable steps for couples to align their financial priorities.

Topics Covered:

• 00:00 Introduction and Common Questions
• 00:09 Introducing the Guest: Adam Kol
• 01:28 Effective Strategies for Financial Communication
• 07:17 Aligning Financial Goals and Priorities
• 12:53 How to Work Together as a Couple Towards Goals
• 15:20 Why it Can be Hard For Couples to Talk About Money
• 18:33 Using Bio-Hacks to Ensure Smooth and Peaceful Conversations
• 21:42 Finding Common Ground When Each Partner has Different Levels of Comfort with Financial Discussions
• 26:19 Managing being in Different Financial Stages in Your Lives
• 32:25 Building Financial Flexibility

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