22 • Weddings of Distinction • August 23, 2012
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Turning a house into a home (StatePoint) — For most newlyweds, getting back to real life after the honeymoon means turning a house into a shared home. But merging the furniture, housewares and artwork of two individuals is not always a cakewalk. Here are some ideas that will help keep you both happy as you plan your new home and future together: Choose Your Battles When merging belongings you may not agree with each other every step of the way, but it’s not worth picking a fight. Choose what is most important to you so your protests carry more weight. For example, it’s okay to put your foot down when it comes to painting an entire room a color you detest, but it may be better to let it go if you’re talking about the color of the bathroom rug. Likewise, let your spouse have his or her way when you recognize what is meaningful to
them. You may hate the rocking chair in your living room, but if it belonged to your spouse’s g r e a t - g r e a t grandmother, you better learn to love it. Something New Thinking of your combined belongings in terms of “ours” and not “mine” is a transition that you can make smoother by picking new things out together. Even if your home is fully furnished, it doesn’t hurt to invest in at least one new side table or a pair of lamps in which you can take pride in as a couple. What you put on your walls can also help you bridge the style gap. “Choosing art together is a great way for new couples to decorate their home as a team,” says Mariam Naficy, CEO of Minted.com, an online stationery and art store. Find art prints you both love from an online site like Minted.com, which allows you to browse a wide variety of designs from independent artists.
best option for you. Seek the advice of a tax preparer or financial adviser who can help you understand the advantages and disadvantages and the adjustments you’ll need to make for your W-2 form. Keep in mind that if you’re married before Dec. 31 of the year for which you’re filing taxes, you qualify as having been married for the entire year. • Talk about bills. As much as you can count on taxes, you can also count on bills. Whether they’re monthly, quarterly or annually issued, you need to figure out who will take care of which bills and where the money will come from. Setting up autopay can lessen the billpaying chore list. You should also make sure that both spouses’ names are on the appropriate accounts. Even if you use autopay, it’s important to check in on your accounts to make sure that nothing is going wrong.
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• Make decisions about moving. If you’re living separately prior to getting married, you’ll need to decide which home you’ll live in. For some couples, this might mean selling a house, while for others it might mean leaving rentals behind and looking for a home to buy. When you’re discussing homes and moving, talk about how your feelings regarding moving away from your current home city, in case you’re ever offered a job transfer opportunity. • Get insurance in order. Meet with your insurance agent or agents to go over your current plans and add your spouse to them. There may be advantages to using one insurer for all of your policies, so if you are currently with different insurers, speak to each to see where you’ll get the best deal. You should also explore your options for health care one spouse’s employer might offer a better plan than the other. Taking care of these practical financial tasks might seem less than exciting compared to the thrill of your wedding day, but getting them done right is important. Since finances are a notorious source of stress, having a clear understanding with your spouse will ensure that you have a good foundation for your marriage. For more information on tools to monitor your credit and help protect against identity theft, go to www.equifax.com.