Yes, married couples should combine finances

Many married couples think the best way to avoid fights about money in a marriage is to keep separate bank accounts. But that's a very misguided approach.

If you trust someone enough to make that forever commitment to them and you believe marriage brings you together in all other ways, why draw the line at money?  Rachel Cruze is a two-time #1 national bestselling author, financial expert and host of "The Rachel Cruze Show." Since 2010, Rachel has served at Ramsey Solutions, where she teaches people how to avoid debt, save money, budget, and win with money at any stage in life. She’s authored three bestselling books, including her latest, "Know Yourself, Know Your Money: Discover WHY You Handle Money the Way You Do," and "WHAT to Do About It!" Follow Rachel on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube or online at rachelcruze.com.   

But the truth is, once you say, "I do," you’re one. You’ve gone from doing your own thing on your own terms to promising you’ll have each other’s backs and be on the same team for life. If you trust someone enough to make that forever commitment to them and you believe marriage brings you together in all other ways, why draw the line at money?