Politics of money: ‘Honey, my money is mine, but yours is ours’

Joint accounts do not necessarily mean there will be harmony in the union. [iStockphoto]

When two people come together as a couple, it is almost automatic that such a relationship brings down their boundaries to ensure they commit to each other. But such boundaries cannot be brought down without discussing money – a thorny issue in many romantic relationships.

While many couples have joint accounts to minimise conflicts or show how willing they are to jell, experts note that such a move does not necessarily mean there will be harmony in the union.