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Just as in the saver/spender spectrum, partners with dramatically different risk profiles may experience more conflict in their marriages than those with similar profiles.

Even the members of saver/saver marriages can come into conflict when the risk profiles of the individuals are very different. If one member of a couple has an ultra-conservative risk profile and the other has a moderate- or high-risk profile, conflict may arise regarding where and how their savings are invested.

Sometimes, one partner may feel pushed into a category where he or she does not feel he or she belongs simply to offset the perceived risks taken by the other partner. Very seldom is this issue openly discussed, but the underlying resentment it causes is added to existing conflict. It can become very nasty indeed.

It is possible for couples with different profiles to resolve their financial disputes and create a workable solution. However, to accomplish this, the couple must assess their financial compatibility early in the relationship, identify potential conflict areas, and be committed to developing solutions to meet each partner’s needs.