Need advice on how to deal with financial stress in marriage. Wife and I have been married for 5 years of which she had a corporate job for 1.5 years (only time she ever supported us in terms of money). We ended up buying a house 2 years ago and six months later, she was let go of her job. I have some savings , but have been living paycheck to paycheck without being able to save money to do other activities or plan for a kid. She’s been trying to get a job, but hasn’t had any luck ! I feel stuck

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When you say you feel stuck, is it that you feel powerless to help the situation or that you are frustrated she isn’t contributing equally anymore? It’s very unfortunate that she lost her job, and it honestly has been brutal to find corporate jobs for many people so your wife isn’t alone there. You are doing the best you can at the moment. She may need to take a lesser job until the right situation presents itself, and if it gets bad enough you may need to consider selling the home unless the math doesn’t work in your favor. If you are able to live on your income and she is actively seeking another job, just hang in there. No doubt life isn’t as enjoyable as it could be, but you will be developing a bond working together to get you through the hard times!! Best of luck.

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Thank you for your kind words ! Just wanted to vent it out as I am unable to talk to anyone about this.. she is working hard to land a job, but it’s been extremely frustrating

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We bought our apartment after 2 kids and 9 years of marriage. Since you are both approaching 35, have a kid and save little over the years. Trust me raising kids later on would be a task. Life doesn’t happen as we plan. Ask your wife to work part time in some school or a college. List down expenses for a few months. A child before house is a good idea because an infant with 50 lacs to 1 crore home loan would a nightmare… trust me!! We had almost touched that level but came back somehow! All the best

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