A popular musician once sang in his song that love is sweet and when money enters into the equation, love gets sweeter. A supporting school of thought says that there is no romance without finance. This goes to show the importance of money in relationships. Besides research shows that most relationship problems stem from money issues excluding infidelity.
If you are dating someone who is broke, you should prep your mind and be ready so that your expectations do not fall short. This goes without saying that your partner does not have the capacity to be financially buoyant. It may be temporary unemployment status or ill luck which does not disqualify them from finding and being in love. If you find yourself falling for a broke partner, you may need to note the following:
1. Be certain
You cannot go into this kind of relationship based on assumptions. Be sure that this is what you want, and that you are prepared for the outcomes come what may. People – friends and family – will question your decision to do this and if your stand isn’t solid enough, you might change your stance. You also need to be reasonably sure of the kind of person you’re about to date. After being clear about their financial status at the moment, still dig deeper to be sure of their drive and desire to get out of the penniless situation.
2. Be prepared for inconveniences
There will be sacrifices, know that before committing yourself to the relationship. Don’t start comparing your former lover and all they did to your new broke partner. Be prepared from pressure from social media, friends, and relatives. Take your eyes off anything that would make you have a rethink and doubt your partner’s potentials.
3. Be open
You may need to tread softly on this slippery floor. The fact that your partner is broke now doesn’t guarantee they would stick to you when they are swimming in millions. Some people are reliable and stick to their partners through thick and thin till the very end, others have ulterior motives and may be swayed. So leave your mind open for any misbehaviour from a broke partner afterward.