I see many people in their 20s on Blossom and here's my take....the most important investment is your: Spouse is #1. Hands down. The best financial decision you’ll ever make isn’t about what stock or ETF to buy, it’s who you choose to marry. You don’t want to lose 50% of your wealth in an instant. Invest in that relationship early. Talk about money before you say “I do.” Financial compatibility matters more than most people realize, research shows it’s one of the leading causes of divorce. But marriage isn’t only about money. It’s about having a true teammate, someone who supports you through the highs and lows, believes in your goals, and grows with you along the way. Be smart with your investments, but be even smarter with who you build your life with. ❤️
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Angela
@gingerghost18 · 11mo
Take heed!!!🙌 This is all so very true. Take it from me, I should have been a millionaire 20 years ago but I married the WRONG person, he was raised with NO financial literacy. This turned out to be a very expensive mistake in my life, and I should have taken over the finances immediately after marriage. How did that end for me? He left me for his golf partner and I had to hand him $270,000 of my inheritance as he walked out the door. That was my biggest life wake up call! I appreciate this post! I also tell any young people I meet to ALWAYS be sure to marry someone financially literate! At least someone who is willing to try….someone on the same page.
Nicolle
@moneymeetslegacy · 11mo
A had a wise prof in grad school who once told me, “the calibre of your partner determines how successful you will be”. Not just financially, but also in regard to supporting you in reaching your full potential as a human being.
Sarah Giver
@staystronggiver · 11moEdited
I agree fully with this post Will, it's also why I need to prioritize my husband and son vs going all in aggressively on investments. I wanted to take on a second part time job to bring in more income, but my husband made it clear that the family needs me at home, especially as a shift worker, no side gigs...he gets annoyed when I am at home tuned out listening to financial podcasts or earning calls. He and my son needs me present and intentional with our family time together. It's also why we compromise and we spend more $$ than I'd like and my husband is similarly forced (by me) to save way more than he'd like. The compromise makes things work. I am fortunate to have an equal partner in the household with shared long term goals although different views on retirement since he has no problem with us both working into our 70s, he'd rather we enjoy more of the finer things in life now. I'm like hell no 🤣😅
Bert
@simple_acre_homestead · 11mo
Totally agree. First marriage after 18 years with a paid off home, 2 rental properties and owning and operating 2 franchise restaurants morning til night my ex decided to get a boyfriend. (The End) I walked away with nothing at 36 yrs old. 2nd marriage 14 yrs with a supportive frugal spouse I have bounced my net worth back up to almost a million dollars and was blessed with 4 more children.
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