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Wedding Day (Photo credit: Fikra ) Before taking the plunge, it is good to get some solid and financial-based marriage advice. The engagement ring is only the first of many big expenses. When considering money management just before and after marriage, there are some basic questions that you may want to ask: Is a prenuptial agreement necessary? Legally speaking, your combined liabilities and assets will be split right down the middle because of marriage. Everything gets shared. Sometimes, it is very necessary to have a prenuptial agreement especially if the liabilities or assets of the married man or woman will greatly exceed that of his or her spouse. To make a decision that is right for the both of you, consult with a financial planner who is familiar with the marriage laws in your state. Is opening a joint bank account a good idea? Opening a joint bank account can make paying bills a lot simpler because all your money in essence will be merged together. This is true particularl...

The White Wedding Dress (Photo credit: teresachin2007 ) It's less than a month before December comes and brides-to-be are probably freaking out over the guest list - who had declined and who to add at the last minute - and whether the wedding invitations have all been printed with the correct names this time. The wedding venue and menu selection for the reception as well as the bridal car and the physical arrangements for the church (if it's a church wedding) and for the reception area usually fall into the laps of wedding planners. Brides and grooms just follow the schedule set by the planner and make the final decisions on the food, decors, motifs, forms of entertainment, and giveaways. They're also the ones who should choose the styles and designs for the dresses and suits of the entourage. Lastly, the couple whose wedding has been set is also responsible for the gift registry list (if they do decide on it). Traditional Beliefs in the Wedding Dress Color ...

Image by normalityrelief via Flickr Hold on to the baby announcements , newlyweds! The first year of marriage is a time for adjustments and having a baby during this period may not be a good idea. For newlyweds who had a rather long engagement and have built a more stable relationship, the first year of marriage may require a short period--probably a few months--to adjust, but for young couples who had a shorter engagement, spending the first year getting used to being part of a couple is recommended. Before the wedding, you were two individuals with your own stuff and your thing going on. You may be living together by then, or maybe not, but family and friends have different expectations from a married couple to an engaged couple. If you and your partner are working, the first year of marriage may be a time to arrange your time with each other, your families and friends, and your work. By this time, you may have learned what your role is in your relationship. You may have also ...