A post in the finance section called
When does money become your s/o's concern prompted me to think about conflict in my relationship regarding family finances.
My wife and I have shared a bank account since before we were married. I don't think that we have ever had a big conflict over spending. We're both really frugal though she probably spends more money than me (mostly on clothes). She does get pissed that she usually gets stuck balancing the checkbook and paying the bills, but only when she makes an error. Then, suddenly, I am at fault for not doing it.
I have friends who are married who seem to be in frequent conflict over their finances. They are both really cool people. They have separate bank accounts. The man makes far more than the woman. He is constantly spending money on hobbies . He bought a very expensive digital camera that he rarely uses, scuba gear that he never uses, outrageously expensive stereo equipment,etc. At the same time, she struggles to cover car payments on the car they share, and cover daycare for their son.
Have you ever been upset about something your partner bought? Why?
EDIT: Mods: Because it was a general question and not advice oriented, I stuck this here. If you think this belongs somewhere else, please move it.