Woman Takes Care Of Wife’s Grandma, Everything Falls Apart Once They Get Her Will

Money is a touchy subject, but you have to be able to discuss it with your spouse. After all, the two of you are running a household together, and if you can’t agree on where your dollars go, tensions might spill over into other areas of life as well.

Reddit user AutomaticEast8697 thought she and her wife had been on the same page about managing money. But after her partner inherited a “sizeable chunk” from a family member, disagreements began to surface, and what could have been a simple financial choice grew into a test of their relationship.

This woman had cared for her wife’s grandma, and after the lady passed away, she was also included in her will

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However, her partner does not want to share the inheritance

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The main issue is how to spend the money

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To some extent, financial disagreements are unavoidable. The key is how you handle them

One survey from 2024 revealed that engaged couples are already thinking about their financial future:

• More than one-quarter (28%) start sharing a joint bank account with their partner before marriage;
• 75% are very comfortable discussing money matters with their partner;
• 40% disagree about finances at least sometimes;
• Only 14% are considering a prenup;
• Nearly a fifth (18%) have postponed their wedding to save more money.

However, tying the knot doesn’t automatically take care of everything.

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According to another survey by WalletHub, 38% of Americans say they have a bank account, investment, credit card, or loan that their partner doesn’t know about.

“Disagreements about how to manage money can put cracks in the foundation of a relationship, leading to resentment, lots of arguments, and a breakup in many cases. A desire to avoid conflict or a lack of trust can also lead to financial secrecy, which is further evidence of a flawed relationship,” WalletHub analyst Cassandra Happe said about the findings.

Sooner or later, the uncomfortable conversation has to happen, and strong emotions only make it harder.

As the woman’s story gained traction online, she interacted with the commentators

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People have shared all kinds of reactions to the couple’s disagreement

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Many believe the woman can’t be blamed for the situation

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But a few did

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