Synopsis
It is ideal for women to empower themselves financially, not just in terms of earning potential but also in being financially literate. Here are some of the steps women should take to ensure they don’t risk their financial wellbeing in case the marriage doesn’t work.
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As a rule, never sign any blank or official document presented by your husband or in-laws without reading it.
Despite a rise in the number of women in workforce, financial freedom is not easily realised by most, especially after they get married. Women typically lose control of their finances after marriage, either because they leave their jobs, or merge their wealth, or just leave the financial management to their husbands. This can be either a joint decision, or as in most cases, due to family pressure, or after childbirth. Letting go of financial control results in a skewed relationship, where the woman is often left at the mercy of her husband, or worse, to fend for herself if the m