My wife has kept the finances straight for most of our marriage. That mostly has to do with my “close-enough” method of balancing the checkbook. For budgeting, I make the plan, and then we both go over it to make sure it fits both our needs. It’s always been “our” money. When I’ve wanted a big ticket item, she’s usually requested something for herself. We keep things fair that way.
I made more for most of our marriage, but the last several years, she’s been over and above my salary by a significant amount (due to bonuses.) I’ve never had a problem with that, and keep asking her when I can retire. Always with a smile.
Seriously, when we have kids, I’d consider being a stay-at-home Dad, and home school our children.
I think, inclusion, fairness and respect should be the rule, no matter who makes the most money.
