When Husband And Wife Both Work

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  1. sundarshan

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    Yes we too do like this..
     
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    Not necessary to have a joint account.

    We have our accounts seperate.
    Husband takes care of most living expenses. I spend when I go out and purchase anything like grocery some times or big ticket items.

    although we will invest in both names, we have complete control on our incomes
     
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    We don't have joint acc. But individual accounts.
    We have a rough idea about each others' income and expenditure. We discuss a lot about everything related to our finances, and are open.
    Like we share each other's debit cards at time of need, and know each other's pin and there is a chance to check the balance if needed. But just that, we keep it individually as it works better.

    My H manages the loan part, which takes huge chunk of his salary. He will also contribute to the fuel, maintenance of vehicles, buying toys and snacks on a frequent basis, on-the-go daily expenses, in addition to his personal expenses such as his clothing, spending for his FOO etc.
    I cover the grocery, maid salary, driver salary, house-hold expenses, kids school, extra curricular, and our cloths (mine, kids and mom)
    But we spend on each other buying gifts, movies, eating out, trips, gifting others etc spontaneously.

    I do a saving, which is currently on my name, but the purpose is to make some FDs for kids. I am heading towards a certain target before changing them to a different FD
    I also have made wise investments on lands and business, which are on both of our names
     
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    Just noticed that its an old thread.
     

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