Financial security first? Author says it could be the key to lasting love
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In his book "Mortgage Before Marriage," Alex Edwards believes focusing on wealth-building first can make relationships stronger and more secure.
With Valentine’s Day just days away, Alex Edwards says a perfect smile or strong chemistry may fade — but a bad credit score could last a lifetime.
Edwards, author of the self-help book "Mortgage Before Marriage," told Scripps News that prioritizing financial security before tying the knot transformed his relationship for the better.
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"My wife and I purchased real estate before marriage and what we realized was she had her own real estate — multi-families — I had my own multi-family [real estate]," Edwards said. "Our tenants paid for our wedding and they weren't invited."
"Then we started realizing the power of finances and love," he added. "Once we're on the same level, conversations became stronger and more in depth. And what we realized as well, is we could use finances to take care of everything outside of love and we could focus on love."
