Would you be comfortable depending on your spouses income only?
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a lot of free time and no work, that sounds like a recipe for trouble :)  excellent follow-up to your other question, i can't help but feel we're all part of a study!\n\ni'm a person who likes to feel that i contribute.  whether it's emotionally if someone needs to vent or ask advice, socially if dishes need to be done following a world series party, or financially if there's a collection for the bride and groom, i like to feel i've done my part. i bust my a** at work while others sometimes do little or even less.  if i want a job done, i find it's easier to do it myself than to try and convince someone else. my boss loves/hates me :)\n\nit's probably true that i'd feel a bit less comfortable letting my wife carry the burden of working while i did not.  while i'd be fine if the situation was reversed. (hmmm...what ARE you getting at with these questions!) i'd feel that i needed to find a way to do my part and contribute financially in some way. \n\ni wonder why that is- with the role reversal...i would be happy to support her, but not quite so cool with having her support me?  am i too responsible?  do i like to feel in control?  hmmm...maybe you can help me figure this out!\n\nps::: 6th sense strikes again... i knew it!  \n\npps::: jedi mind tricks not to be tested on upper level answerers, nae.  back, it will bring him.  back to seek your answer!
854972
that really depends on your idea of comfortably.  What does comfortable mean to you?  How big of an apartment do you want, how close will you live to your workplace (ie. how much $ will go to public transportation, taxis), how often do you like to buy new clothes, how often do you like to go out socially? \n\nBased on my standard of living comfortably, I would say, for a single person with no dependants, you should be making at least $30,000/year.  Good Luck
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if he has another child he can ask for a reduction on your children....no difference if they are married...only his income is involved in your support....no increase if he is married ...his new wife income has nothing to do with your kids
628658
i would think that would depend largely on if she is able to get out and get a job herself. if she is able to then she probably won't get half your pay for life. just up untill the end of the divorce.
1148211
Not at all.  It sounds like you're a level headed person, and that you really love your wife and want her to be happy.  You've done so much more than others in your position might do.  If I'd had a hat on, I'd tip it to you!  You're a class act!
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If married no problems but if just living together DO NOT have a joint bank acct,,,,Keep your money in your name and protect your butt,,,everything should be  split, 50/50 including sex,,,,smiles, Good Luck ps Money causes more problems than  any other subject and mode of living,
667427
yeah...you can...since yall were married you are entitled to half of it
909477
If your future spouse works, they take that into consideration. SSD may cut your check some depending on how much your spouse makes but you wont lose all of it.
498102
It really all depends how how you sit financially. You you have the monies to do it or not.
55831
yes unless you are married
911356
only if husband allows it
319922
My wife and I were both previously married.  We have a joint account for the majority of our money and then she has a small separate account so she can buy gifts and stuff without me knowing.  I think a relationship that is based on trust and sharing includes the financial side of things.
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I live in NY State (highest taxes in the USA). I'm single but I do have a bf. I own my home and a few acres of land. I'm very comfortable and make $85,000 a year. My bf makes $70,000 a year.
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I know the feeling...\nI know someone who is on £18,000 and his partner is now working part time too and looking after the kids. He will be getting a rise some time soon, up to £22,000 and yet has a home given to him and benefits. \nMy partner and I earn around £12,000 a year each, we have a tiny flat but we bought it and we have to scrimp and save and have a basic wedding because we can't afford better.\nI know the feeling...
529411
If you are both disabled, then yes -- it will not effect the other's status or pay.  I'm on SSDI and my wife makes substantially more than I do with no effect on my benefits.
1154731
that all depends on you and your spouse! if you are secure with staying at home taking care of the family then stay, but if you want to work then work! this is something you and your spouse should discuss
965119
if ur flats are only round the corner i think its a great idea lol u dont have to do his housework too! i dont see why a married couple cant live apart if anything i think this will keep u happier as u wont have so many arguments about stupid things that u do when living together!!!