Your Survival Guide to Financially-Responsible Dating & Cohabitating In this week's Survival Guide we have all sorts of great tips and advice on relationships and dating...and we wouldn't be Survival Insight if we didn't relate this topic to financial solutions, right?? Right! This week's articles and features cover every aspect of dating and relationships - from finding the right online dating site for you and your budget to finding an affordable wedding dress - it's all in there! Have a look and enjoy the read!
Choosing the Right Online Dating Site for You and Your Budget
Have you decided to skip the bar and club hopping and opt instead to search for your new love interest online? There are so many choices for those seeking online love it can be difficult to find one that will provide you with the best budget-friendly options and a good pool of potential romance candidates!
In this article, we discuss the different options for online dating and what might be best for you and your budget. Read More...
It is certainly an exciting step in a relationship when you make the decision to move in with your partner; however, romance and fun aside, it can also have a very serious impact on your budgets and the way in which you handle your finances.
To avoid financial problems that have the potential of destroying your relationship, you and your partner should sit down prior to moving in together and make a determination as to how you will be handling your financial situations.
In this article, we talk about the steps you should take before deciding to move in together and the financial impact once you do so. Read More...
Opening A Joint Bank Account With Your Significant Other
The decision to combine finances and open a joint bank account with your significant other is a decision that neither of you should enter into lightly. It is vital for the health of not just your financial situation, but for the health of your relationship too, that both of you weigh the reasons, risks, and responsibility of opening up a joint bank account.
In this article, we discuss the decision factors for opening a joint bank account and the steps you need to take to open an account with your significant other. Read More...
Your wedding day is one day that you have likely dreamed of since you were a little girl! While wedding dresses can certainly be incredibly expensive, there is no reason that a tight budget should keep you from walking down the aisle in a gorgeous gown if you are smart about shopping for a gown. There are several great places to purchase an affordable wedding dress so that you can be a beautiful bride on your special day.
In this article, we share some great tips for finding an affordable wedding dress. Read More...
When it comes to giving a gift to the most important person in your life, the thought really is what counts – there is no more thoughtful present than one you make yourself. Even if you aren’t great with arts and crafts, there are many wonderful homemade presents that you can make easily and on a tight budget; presents that will be cherished for many years to come.
In this article, we share some great ideas for making homemade presents. Read More...
Going on dates does not have to be expensive! There are a lot of great dating ideas that are inexpensive and fun. Following are a few ideas we thought we'd share with you...
Go Out for Dessert You can save a lot of money by making dinner at home with your special someone and then heading out for dessert at that cute little romantic restaurant you've been eyeing. It will still feel like a "date night" but it will be a lot more budget-friendly!
Weekend Matinee & Wine Tasting
A twist on the old standby, "Dinner and a Movie", a matinee movie on the weekend and a free wine tasting afterward will save you money and will be just as fun! Most wine stores have free wine tastings on the weekends to introduce new wines and get new business. Contact your local wine store to find out if they have any upcoming wine tasting events.
Take a Drive
There are so many sights to see no matter where you live. Why not take a drive and see what you can find? Pack a little picnic and go searching for the perfect spot to enjoy your meal, or before you head out on your drive, do some research on cheap but really good diners and make finding one a part of your adventure!
Head to a Casino
Be careful with this one! Bring only $20 in change and play the slot machines all night. Enjoy the fun people watching and possibly even free drinks! Who knows; you or your date may hit the jackpot and you can use your winnings on your next date!