4. Get to know their assets. Roge suggests that couples sit with a financial planner to list all assets and to strategize on how to make the most of them. If you’re getting married, you should be prepared to put all your cards on the table.
If you don’t have a financial planner, you can find one on the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors web site or the Financial Planning Association’s web site.
5. Get to know their debts. Knowing how much you owe is just as important as knowing how much you have. Not all debt is bad: Student loans can be considered good debt. Big credit card balances, not so much. If you need help reducing debt, you may want to speak with a professional. The National Foundation of Credit Counseling is a good place to find a credit counselor near you. You can call them toll-free at 800-388-2227.
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