According to recent statistics, 20% of people currently in committed relationships met online, but it can be hard to make the transition from dating site to dating someone. How do you go from scrolling profiles to a committed relationship?
Friendship to Relationship
If you decide to take friendship to the next level, it can be a tricky transition. Friendship can breed communication, which is important for any budding relationship, however, the expectations and worries are higher because of the fear of losing a friend. Here are a few tips from us to you on how to make the transition from friendship to relationship.
Money Matters
If you are in a long term relationship, eventually you will have to have ‘The Talk.’ The money talk can put a dent in the most successful relationships. Part of compatibility is having the same goals, including financially. We recommend having a basic discussion of where your finances and goals are at around the 6-month mark. At some point you may decide to join finances or open a joint bank account, for this you should wait at least a year, this gives you the chance to see any bad habits come up before hand. Here are a few other important tips for when you bring out the bank accounts.