By: Eric Murphy Asare

The question of whether must financially support in the home be the sole responsibility of the man or is a shared responsibility for both has been raised eyes brow in many relationships and marriages.

Sompa Tv's socio-political morning show hosted by Omanhene Yaw Adu Boakye raised the question of public opinion.

From the Christian perspective, Genesis 2:18 says having made man sometime before the woman, it is not good for the man to be alone, I will make him a helper suitable for him”.

The word helper is described as offering support or assistance to one another, based on the context, it's assumed that partners have the shared responsibility of supporting the home financially; however, some couples feel it's the responsibility of the man to bring financial support to the home.

In another school of thought which may seem old-fashioned because of the modern age understanding, but many couples today divide financial responsibilities along gender lines, Yet even if the division isn’t by gender, there’s often still a division: One partner takes on the role of money manager while the other just follows along.

“It’s common for one partner to do most of the work when it comes to money,” but, Any approach to shared finances that doesn’t involve both partners having equal knowledge and doing equal work can be stressful and risky for your relationship—and isn’t the best approach for your finances, either.

If one partner controls the money, they’re more or less “parenting” the other’s spending. That can lead to feelings of resentment if the money manager feels burdened with all the financial work.

It can also cause frustration if she’s continually being asked for money. And if the money manager doesn’t want to say no to her partner, this arrangement could even have negative financial consequences.

On the other hand, the non-manager may feel financially micromanaged or bossed around. She may also be less motivated to save, which could put her in financial danger if the relationship ends.

“It’s essential that couples are on the same page with their finances,” “Money symbolizes so much more than just money; it means power, control, safety and your future.”

So remember, you’re not off the hook for your partner’s half of the work; you need to know and agree with everything they’re doing, and to have created shared financial goals, strategies, and budgets.

Source//Sompaonline.com