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As gays and lesbians writing about money, we’ve grown weary of reading all the personal finance content that’s written from the perspective of straight marriages. So at Queercents, we’ve turned the tables on money and relationship advice by asking: What if all of our favorite money columnists were gay? Would their advice be more relevant to our lives?

We think the answer is yes! And as such, this is our weekly series called In Search of Gay Money where we reprint their advice by swapping out pronouns and a few other words to make it seem like everyone is queer!

In Search of Gay Money: 5 smart tips to manage money with your honey

By Jean Chatzky and Queercents

The gay wedding season is officially in full swing, and couples everywhere are combining lives — bringing together their families, homes and sometimes even their bank accounts.

One of the hardest parts of a gay marriage, domestic partnership or civil union is managing the money: The guilt or worry that comes with spending money that’s no longer “yours,” but “ours”; the questions about why this month’s Visa bill is sky-high; and the resentment you feel when your partner comes home with a new outfit that was paid for, in part, by your paycheck. Read the rest of this entry »

As gays and lesbians writing about money, we’ve grown weary of reading all the personal finance content that’s written from the perspective of straight marriages. So at Queercents, we’ve turned the tables on money and relationship advice by asking: What if all of our favorite money columnists were gay? Would their advice be more relevant to our lives?

We think the answer is yes! And as such, this is our weekly series called In Search of Gay Money where we reprint their advice by swapping out pronouns and a few other words to make it seem like everyone is queer!

In Search of Gay Money: Schedule a Money Date

By Kimberly Lankford and Queercents

My partner and I are always fighting about money. She’s more of a spender, but I worry about the future and want to save more money. What can we do to improve the situation?

In honor of your next anniversary, how about starting out with a money date? Instead of just focusing on your day-to-day finances while you’re hovered over the checkbook — and ready to pounce on each other — this is a great opportunity to step back, have a nice night out together and discuss the big-picture financial issues. Read the rest of this entry »

As gays and lesbians writing about money, we’ve grown weary of reading all the personal finance content that’s written from the perspective of straight marriages. So at Queercents, we’ve turned the tables on money and relationship advice by asking: What if all of our favorite money columnists were gay? Would their advice be more relevant to our lives?

We think the answer is yes! And as such, this is our weekly series called In Search of Gay Money where we reprint their advice by swapping out pronouns and a few other words to make it seem like everyone is queer!

Six Money Mistakes of the Newly Partnered

By Erin Burt and Queercents

Four words no one wants to hear soon after they moved in together: “We made a mistake.” Read the rest of this entry »

As gays and lesbians writing about money, we’ve grown weary of reading all the personal finance content that’s written from the perspective of straight marriages. So at Queercents, we’ve turned the tables on money and relationship advice by asking: What if all of our favorite money columnists were gay? Would their advice be more relevant to our lives?

We think the answer is yes! And as such, this is our weekly series called In Search of Gay Money where we reprint their advice by swapping out pronouns and a few other words to make it seem like everyone is queer! This post fits well with yesterday’s review of the new book, Financial Infidelity.

In Search of Gay Money: Financial Fibs Erode Trust in Partnerships

By Liz Pulliam Weston and Queercents

With money and relationships, there are lies. Then there are Big Lies. Telling your partner you bought something on sale when you didn’t is a lie. Hiding five-figure credit card debt is a Big Lie. Read the rest of this entry »

As gays and lesbians writing about money, we’ve grown weary of reading all the personal finance content that’s written from the perspective of straight marriages. So at Queercents, we’ve turned the tables on money and relationship advice by asking: What if all of our favorite money columnists were gay? Would their advice be more relevant to our lives?

We think the answer is yes! And as such, this is our weekly series called In Search of Gay Money where we reprint their advice by swapping out pronouns and a few other words to make it seem like everyone is queer!

Millionaires in the Making: Jerry Lynn and Frank Moser

By David Ellis and Queercents

Age: Jerry 47, Frank 46
Occupation: Regional sales manager and assistant to VP
Salary: $106,000 combined
Investment accounts: $225K
Checking: $3,000
Home equity: $90,000 Read the rest of this entry »

As gays and lesbians writing about money, we’ve grown weary of reading all the personal finance content that’s written from the perspective of straight marriages. So at Queercents, we’ve turned the tables on money and relationship advice by asking: What if all of our favorite money columnists were gay? Would their advice be more relevant to our lives?

We think the answer is yes! And as such, this is our weekly series called In Search of Gay Money where we reprint their advice by swapping out pronouns and a few other words to make it seem like everyone is queer!

The economics of love and happiness

By Tyler Cowen and Queercents

You may think economics is just about GDP and the Fed. But actually, it’s the science of weighing costs and benefits - which makes it also very useful for solving problems in everyday life. It’s not called a social science for nothing. Here are 4 ways to recession-proof your personal life: Read the rest of this entry »

As gays and lesbians writing about money, we’ve grown weary of reading all the personal finance content that’s written from the perspective of straight marriages. So at Queercents, we’ve turned the tables on money and relationship advice by asking: What if all of our favorite money columnists were gay? Would their advice be more relevant to our lives?

We think the answer is yes! And as such, this is our weekly series called In Search of Gay Money where we reprint their advice by swapping out pronouns and a few other words to make it seem like everyone is queer!

Don’t let money ruin your partnership

By Dan Kadlec and Queercents

When we hooked up 22 years ago, my partner and I started with two old cars and not much more. I had spent my last dime on my education; he was just finishing school. At the time it seemed as if years would pass before we’d have the income to travel again. So without telling him, I began to sock away $20 a week. It was my secret vacation fund - and, it turns out, my first act of financial infidelity. Read the rest of this entry »

As gays and lesbians writing about money, we’ve grown weary of reading all the personal finance content that’s written from the perspective of straight marriages. So at Queercents, we’ve turned the tables on money and relationship advice by asking: What if all of our favorite money columnists were gay? Would their advice be more relevant to our lives?

We think the answer is yes! And as such, this is our weekly series called In Search of Gay Money where we reprint their advice by swapping out pronouns and a few other words to make it seem like everyone is queer!

Millionaires in the Making: Ryan Hope and Bill Wells

By David Goldman and Queercents

Ages: Ryan, 25, Bill, 23
Occupations: Car phone salesman, Customer service representative
Salary: Approximately $56,000 combined
Home and land: $125,000 estimated value
IRA, 401(k): About $22,500
Mutual Funds: $3,000 Read the rest of this entry »

As gays and lesbians writing about money, we’ve grown weary of reading all the personal finance content that’s written from the perspective of straight marriages. So at Queercents, we’ve turned the tables on money and relationship advice by asking: What if all of our favorite money columnists were gay? Would their advice be more relevant to our lives?

We think the answer is yes! And as such, this is our weekly series called In Search of Gay Money where we reprint their advice by swapping out pronouns and a few other words to make it seem like everyone is queer!

Odd couple: When financial opposites attract

By Yuval Rosenberg and Queercents

Opposites attract, and Michael Roth and Robert Durkin prove the point - at least when it comes to their finances.

Michael works for a financial services firm and is a self-described hoarder. Robert is a lawyer and an impulsive and generous spender. Read the rest of this entry »

As gays and lesbians writing about money, we’ve grown weary of reading all the personal finance content that’s written from the perspective of straight marriages. So at Queercents, we’ve turned the tables on money and relationship advice by asking: What if all of our favorite money columnists were gay? Would their advice be more relevant to our lives?

We think the answer is yes! And as such, this is our weekly series called In Search of Gay Money where we reprint their advice by swapping out pronouns and a few other words to make it seem like everyone is queer!

How-to Guide: Manage Money With Your Domestic Partner

By Dayana Yochim and Queercents

It’s no great mystery why money issues are often cited as one of the top reasons for breakups in the U.S.: Talking about money is never just talking about money. Most partners cohabitating cop to having an occasional tiff about family finances. Even in the best of times, money can be a conversational time bomb in relationships. Read the rest of this entry »