If one partner has more debt than the other.

(And no matter how our work is funded, we have strict guidelines on editorial independence.) Most people come to the altar with some financial baggage, whether it's student debt, credit card debt, or a gambling habit. So even though advertising is still our biggest source of revenue, we also seek grants and reader support. And we can’t do that if we have a paywall. We believe that’s an important part of building a more equal society. What you need to know: The fusion of two lives often brings unique challenges, and managing finances as a couple stands as a cornerstone in building a strong foundation.Couples can attain. Vox is here to help everyone understand the complex issues shaping the world - not just the people who can afford to pay for a subscription. Second, we’re not in the subscriptions business. We often only know a few months out what our advertising revenue will be, which makes it hard to plan ahead. In such cases, couples will have to agree upon who will take care of specific bills and make arrangements to pay them on their own. This is something for you and your partner to talk about as you may handle money better if it’s kept separately. But when it comes to what we’re trying to do at Vox, there are a couple of big issues with relying on ads and subscriptions to keep the lights on:įirst, advertising dollars go up and down with the economy. A lot of couples who’ve been together for years still keep their finances separate. Most news outlets make their money through advertising or subscriptions. Will you support Vox’s explanatory journalism?

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