Episode 59 - Financial Abuse In Couples

Having your caring, concerned, and trusted partner handle the finances in your relationship...seems like a dream come true, right?  Not so fast! What happens when concern turns into coercion? When does trust become a threat?  Financial abuse isn't widely discussed, so you may be surprised to learn how prevalent it is. Like domestic abuse, financial abuse can be subtle, suggestive at the outset, and yet just as severe. Two excellent organizations with programs to assist with physical abuse, safety, and financial abuse are https://domesticshelter.org/ and https://nnedv.org/ Before giving your partner complete control, listen to today's episode with Carine Keenan, Relationship Therapist, Coach, and the creator of Financially Fit Couples. She teaches us: How To Spot The Warning Signs Of Financial Abuse [8:02] What Preliminary Steps Couples Can Take To Reduce The Risk of Financial Abuse [10:46] What Protections Are Available To Victims [20:59] (Read all the show notes, get Carine’s links, and find out more at https://ahkcoaching.com/podcast) ------------- How healthy is your relationship with money & your honey? Find out HERE! And for more money & relationships resources, visit: https://CouplesFinancialCoach.com