In this episode of the Informed Choice Podcast, Martin talks about love and money.
There is also a roundup of the latest personal finance news and an update from the world of Informed Choice.
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Love and Money
With Valentine’s Day coming up, this episode of the podcast is all about love and money.
Martin starts by sharing some tips for martial bliss with money.
Talking about money in your marriage is really important. Understanding how each spouse feels about money, what they want it to achieve in your life together and their preferred approach to managing finances will help with marital harmony.
Keeping secrets about money can place unnecessary strain on a marriage. According to research by BlackRock, most people don’t keep financial secrets from their significant others.
With Valentine’s Day coming up, lots of the personal finance press releases we have been sent have romantic theme.
According to new research from American Express, Brits are set to spend £431 million this Valentine’s Day as 41% of UK adults plan on celebrating with their loved ones.
Confused.com found that Brits are expected to splurge more than £240 million in last minute Valentine’s Day spending on February 14th.
TopCashback research reveals single Brits feel short-changed from their dating experience – some are even asking their dates for money back!
Ocean Finance have done some research and found that uncovering secret debts is the biggest financial turn-off in a relationship.
Please let Martin know what tips you have for money and relationships. Email him at martin@icfp.co.uk or get in touch on Twitter @martinbamford, he would love to hear from you.
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Personal finance news update
-Stock markets in Europe and the US remain shaky with investors worry about the state of the global economy.
-A surge in buy-to-let property investing is raising house prices.
-Food shoppers are failing to identify the best deals.
-Charity Age UK has reportedly stopped a commercial deal with energy supplied E.On, after facing criticism.
-Low interest rates could be here to stay.
Useful links mentioned in this episode
Bassoon recital, Pedro Marchan Correas
–The Charisma Myth: Master the Art of Personal Magnetism by Olivia Fox
–Maverick One by David Blakeley
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