Optimal Finance Daily - Financial Independence and Money Advice

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3250: Dr. Margaret Rutherford shares seven practical guidelines for treating your marriage like a well-run business, emphasizing regular "meetings" to align on finances, goals, and shared responsibilities. By approaching your relationship with...

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