I’m 53 and want out ...

[atmsmshr]

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Originally Posted by GKieffer Probably not but would like to give it a try. Not trying to be “ugly” but I’m the math guy and my wife can’t do basic math without a calculator. It creates tension at times because she thinks I’m bullying her when I’m really just frustrated with trying to explain things she never wants to understand. Been married 28 years so this is a longstanding trend.

I would venture that with many couples one spouse has financial acumen and the remaining spouse has gifts in other areas of life. Similar situation for me and DW - we recognize this and trust each other's expertise.

[Bigdawg]

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Originally Posted by atmsmshr I would venture that with many couples one spouse has financial acumen and the remaining spouse has gifts in other areas of life. Similar situation for me and DW - we recognize this and trust each other's expertise.

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[HI Bill]

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Originally Posted by atmsmshr I would venture that with many couples one spouse has financial acumen and the remaining spouse has gifts in other areas of life. Similar situation for me and DW - we recognize this and trust each other's expertise.

My wife HATES finance. I could read these boards all day long, but after I start talking about what I've read, budgets, or any retirement finance or tax details, she starts to get stressed out. I can never finish talking about what I want/need her input on! In the case of FIRE, she's basically trusting me, without verification, or even understanding of the risks we are taking.

[street]

^ yep I have an interest in financial investing and she has no interest. She does take care of all bills etc. and has done a great job. I will say she is very frugal and we trust each other very much when it comes to money matters.

[Dtail]

My DGF has no interest in paying bills or investing. She however on a good day listens to my quotes from this site. I love handling the finances, so works for me.

[Debinnov a]

My DH and I retired 4 years ago. He lets me handle all of the investing, etc. No interest other than checking to make sure things are going as planned. Somehow, personal finance has become a hobby for me. I love reading these boards, checking for the best online savings and CD rates and running the calculators.