When to talk about Finances?

[Dewdroplet76]

Originally Posted by sierraAZ

Everybody's financial situation and spending habits normally unfold little by little in the course of the relationship even without specifically "scheduling a talk" about it.

That's always how it's been in my relationships. We never had special talks about it - things just came out naturally.

[Texas User]

Originally Posted by Chowhound

You can tell by where they live, cars, dress.

There are a few ways to find out about someones money.

Except for me, I look like an aging hippy, long hair and dress very casually....

You would think I was a complete bum. Our old car was very very modest, now, I drive a mustang that is pretty sharp looking tinted windows, big ol ghetto rims on that bad boy.

I need to go back on the DL.

Sure you maybe able to calculate their home worth if they have one or the apartment rent, car value and dress but you can't tell how much they are worth overall.

There are people who look like bums, drive modest cars and live in a modest but are millionaires.

[miyu]

I agree w/ SierraAZ - it shouldn't have to be forced. By the time you are aiming for LTR you should probably know what the other person's habits are.