Bad money habits concern you?
I have a friend, Victor, who is wondering if he should be concerned about his girlfriend’s money habits. She never pays for anything – doesn’t even offer to. She buys extravagant things, spends a lot of money eating out, and he doubts she even knows what a savings account is.
They have not been an exclusive couple for long, so he has only been observing her spending habits in the last few weeks. He has not questioned her about it yet, but fiscal responsibility is really important to him. He grew up poor and has always been very smart about saving money, living within or below his means. I think he should immediately go and talk about this with her. If it bothers him that much, it is best to go ahead and have the conversation to see how she views money.
Do you think that a person’s money habits should be looked at when you are dating?
Have you ever dated someone whose poor money habits were a red flag for you?
If someone has a different idea about money and financial responsibility, do you think it could be a deal breaker for you?
By Wise Diva, Misadventures in Atlanta Dating Blog
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i'm swiss
November 9th, 2012
4:12 pm
Oh, yeah, you’re right. Negotiating with Russians is definitely a radical leftest thing to do. Just like that Marxist president from back in the 80’s did… what was his name…? Reagan, or something like that?
You know, Reagan & Jesus actually have a lot in common. They’ve both become mythical figures that are worshiped by the GOP, but if either of them were actually alive today, they’d never survive a GOP primary.
Okay, now I’m out.
Have a good weekend!
Single and Happy
November 9th, 2012
4:13 pm
ummm yea ex
czBrat ♀ ♫•*¨*•Liviiing Singllle•*¨*•♫♪
November 9th, 2012
4:15 pm
lol @ single. i have no idea what’s crawled up his butt. i think it’s the impending trip to see my mama. maybe he’s trying to get me to wear the rings before he’s forced to (once again) defend his good intentions.
celisea, you’re the epitome of the southern belle. right down to the way you tell a joker where to get off – with just the sweetest lil ole smile.
Leggs
November 9th, 2012
4:16 pm
czB, All of that are compliments, mixed in w/realism.
Celisea.....smoooooove riding
November 9th, 2012
4:17 pm
Awwww, czBrat thanks hon, that’s a sweet compliment (I hope
) telling jokers where to get off made me who I am today…I KID I KID
Celisea.....smoooooove riding
November 9th, 2012
4:19 pm
czBrat – I think I got a keeper (I hope…cause y’all know how thangs get when the novelty wears off…IJS), so hopefully I won’t EVA have to tell him nothing but keep up the good job!!!
i'm swiss
November 9th, 2012
4:19 pm
Damn, I just realized my last post contained more winks than Sarah Palin with Tourette’s syndrome…
Okay, now I’m really gone for reals. And this time I mean it. Honestly.
Exiled!
November 9th, 2012
4:19 pm
What was funny to me Common..the Repubs “like” God and use God against anybody who fornicates,in their view..but they were blaming GOD for bringing Sandy…..and letting Obama win…
aint that something….
do they acknowledge God..who brought the storm or u dont.. ha ha ha!
They only like God when “he” lets them line their pockets
i'm swiss
November 9th, 2012
4:23 pm
Oh, blog. I just can’t quit you.
Me.lo — Good point, re; Sandy. I’ve thought a lot about this, and I’ve come to realize that when a president is elected, even in that horrible circumstance of a deadly hurricane, it is what god intended.
czBrat ♀ ♫•*¨*•Liviiing Singllle•*¨*•♫♪
November 9th, 2012
4:27 pm
leggs, i laughed at the first one.
that second one made me raise a brow. i think it was the “but” that did it. lol
but you know through it all, i send him XOXOs and tell him he’s an idiot.
that’s a sweet compliment (I hope
yes, ma’am. you know it is. rarely have i met a home-grown GA peach who doesn’t irk me.
the newness will ebb and the side-eye moments will surely come. i find this blog is an excellent reminder of what’s real, what’s bullsh!t, what’s worth keeping, and what needs to be tanked.
Exiled!
November 9th, 2012
4:29 pm
Let Obama finish the ish he started….
bailout
Obama Care
economic rejuvination
Osama’s lil ones all over the world….he needs to wipe them out…predator!
Let the brother finish his damn job…
Out…..good week end!
Celisea.....smoooooove riding
November 9th, 2012
4:36 pm
czBrat – that’s a sweet compliment (I hope
yes, ma’am. you know it is. rarely have i met a home-grown GA peach who doesn’t irk me.
Girrrrl!!!! That is sooo sweet
Thank you and you know the feeling is mutual…you’re a peach yourself!! You do know you read all soft and sweet with a bit of kickback, right? Mmm hmm, I read fiyah in your posts sometimes 
Bluzgirl
November 9th, 2012
4:36 pm
Have a good one ya’ll!!!
czBrat ♀ ♫•*¨*•Liviiing Singllle•*¨*•♫♪
November 9th, 2012
4:43 pm
I read fiyah in your posts sometimes
i have to be REEEALLY tired to let anything on this blog get under my skin.
or in a mood to f*ck with someone just for yucks.
coz i stay zen. always.
you’re a peach yourself
gracias, mama.
ciao, all!
have a wonderful, safe and blessed weekend.
Celisea.....smoooooove riding
November 9th, 2012
4:43 pm
the newness will ebb and the side-eye moments will surely come.
Nooo doubt. I’m always a realist…lol Anyhoo, I’m soaking and basking in the goodtimes and we’ll deal with all that other “stuff”, IF AND WHEN they surface. Until then? Yeeeeah baby!!
I’m out!!
Single and Happy
November 9th, 2012
4:44 pm
CZ that’s the way the blog should be (LOL)
Leggs
November 9th, 2012
4:49 pm
I’m with you czB. I try not to let the blog get under my skin. I try to stay above the fray. Most times I succeed.
Single and Happy
November 9th, 2012
4:51 pm
Leggs, even in the fray, it will never spoil my day, always happy
Leggs
November 9th, 2012
4:55 pm
Glad to hear it. I’m always laughing.
Nite!
Single and Happy
November 9th, 2012
4:56 pm
nite nite