• TheOneCurly@lemmy.theonecurly.page
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    2 years ago

    Back in grandma’s day (in the US at least) women were financially trapped in their marriages by a system that wouldn’t allow them to get credit cards or open bank accounts without their husband’s permission, even if they worked. Having a small stash allows a person to choose to be in a marriage, not be forced.

    It’s outdated advice but it comes from a good place.

    • flicker@kbin.social
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      2 years ago

      Thanks for adding this context. It’s important to remember. If your partner is financially irresponsible and will spend all your joint account money whether they should or not, back up accounts are the only answer.