Have you ever suspected your partner of financial two-timing?
According to CreditCards.com’s latest financial infidelity poll, 44% of those surveyed are hiding a checking, savings or credit card account from their partner, have secret debt or are spending more than their partner would think was OK.
I spoke with Barri Segal about the results, and how if your partner is financially two-timing you, it could mean there’s a bigger problem in the relationship than you realize.
Morghan Leia Richardson, matrimonial partner at the firm Davidoff, Hutcher & Citron LLP in Manhattan, said finances are still one of the key stressors in any marriage that can lead to divorce.
“I often think that the marriage vows should come with a financial disclosure form,” Richardson said.
Here are the highlights:
Has your spouse cheated on you with the finances? Would you ever keep a secret account? Discuss in the comments.