‘Love Is Not Enough’ Why Couples Must Talk About Money [Chills 259, Sponsored by OCBC]

Is talking about money before your wedding unromantic, or is it the ultimate act of love?From 'death files' to treating a marriage like an M&A merger, we’re peeling back the layers on how to build a financially stable future without the awkwardness.Dive into the uncomfortable but necessary conversations couples should have before and during marriage, and why avoiding them can lead to bigger problems later.Joining us are:Vasu Menon, Managing Director, Investment Strategy, OCBC Bank - a wealth management veteran who brought his expertise home to his own marriageWong Kai Yun, Senior Partner, Dentons Rodyk - a family lawyer specialising in structuring instead of just disputesChen Shao Chun, Founder, 9 to 5 Millionaire Mindset - a personal finance advocate focused on helping working professionals build wealth through investing, financial literacy, and long-term financial planningWhat you’ll hear in this episodeThe money talk couples avoidMarriage as a financial partnership, from shared goals to aligning risk appetite and spending habits.Budgets, spreadsheets & reality checksWhat to do when things go wrong - disputes, power of attorneyFrom insurance and investments to wills, LPAs, and protecting your family.Whether you're single, engaged, or married, this episode might change how you think about love and money.🎧 Tune in to hear the stories, the lessons, and the conversations most couples never have, until it’s too late.---🎧 The Financial Coconut: Your weekly source for empowering financial knowledge and unlocking possibilities. We explore personal finance, investing, and entrepreneurship to help you build a richer life. Join us as we explore personal finance, investing and more.Get ready to take control of your financial future and live your best life, financially wise: https://linkin.bio/thefinancialcoconut📍 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBESpotifyApple PodcastYouTube🔗 CONNECT WITH USGet daily tips, insights, and community:InstagramTikTokTelegramWhatsappNewsletter📺 MORE FROM OUR NETWORKDiscover our other shows and deep dives on YouTube⚠️ Disclaimer:The content discussed in this episode is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered as financial advice. The information provided is based on our understanding at the time of recording and may not reflect the current regulations or market conditions. The opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily represent those of The Financial Coconut. Please do your due diligence before making any investment or financial decisions.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.