Are you married or in a serious relationship? Listen to learn the surprising benefits and drawbacks to both separate and joint bank accounts for married couples. 

Interestingly, some studies (linked below) have shown that couples that have joint accounts may be happier in their marriages and have stronger relationships. However, this may not be the best option for every couple, and some may find a compromise of a hybrid approach to be best for their situation. 

https://academic.oup.com/jcr/article/50/4/704/7077142?login=false

https://www.anderson.ucla.edu/sites/default/files/document/2022-05/Pooling_finances_and_relations.pdf 

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