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Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by emmie14: 5:42am On Oct 04, 2017
CEEcey:
undecided

A husband that depends on his wife's money is a disgrace to men

My money is mine alone and I can only decide to give him if he asks

Besides isn't he suppose to be the head of the familyhuh
His money is ours.
Myopic and selfish mindedness. Besides you can't last in marriage or keep a happy home.
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by emmie14: 5:44am On Oct 04, 2017
CEEcey:
undecided

A husband that depends on his wife's money is a disgrace to men

My money is mine alone and I can only decide to give him if he asks

Besides isn't he suppose to be the head of the familyhuh
His money is ours.
Myopic and selfish mindedness. Besides you can't last in marriage or keep a happy home.The goodies in the marriage is ours. Just your money is the exemption here so your sugar boys will not lack.
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by poseidon12: 5:47am On Oct 04, 2017
Tahra:
That'd be selfish,his money is his,mine's mine.Joint account is a no-no.
So how would you guys take care of every day financial needs like food in the house etc, and big-item things like school expenses, rent, hospital bills etc? Should they all be on the man's shoulder?
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by banmee(m): 5:54am On Oct 04, 2017
CEEcey:
undecided

A husband that depends on his wife's money is a disgrace to men

My money is mine alone and I can only decide to give him if he asks

Besides isn't he suppose to be the head of the familyhuh
His money is ours.
Really? When it comes to money issue his income is "ours" abi? I thought you all were fighting for equal rights? Equal rights comes with equal responsibilities. It is only in Africa women talk like this and you all wonder why men treat you like slaves.
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by olaboy1: 5:56am On Oct 04, 2017
kilokeys:
Reason I broke up with an ex.. Like. Wtf.. She can't even tell me how much she earns.. Says it's not my business. But she knows mine.
That was the the best decision of your life. When you ask a woman what do you look for in a man, she throws out this endless list with caring and kindness somewhere in the middle. Now are you women saying men don't deserve caring and kindness also.

Guys if your wife or about to be wife is working and earning a salary, she MUST financially contribute to the upkeep of the family in the economy of today. When I was around 17yrs old or so, I questioned my mum with so much anger on why we don't get to see her salary at the end of month; I watched my dad tender his pay check and my mum would bring out a paper to do list for the month, I cringed at that one sided marriage set up and promised myself when I grow to get married I will never put myself up for this kind of arrangement...better not to be married.

If my salary can afford rent for the family in Igando whilst me and my wife work in Ikoyi, is it not sensible that wifey support the family so we could afford a place closer to the Island. And if she is not spending her salary on the family, then what exactly will she spend it on assuming she is earning between 150-350k.

I also believe if the woman puts her salary on the table for the family, then I consider that gesture as been invested in the relationship or marriage. I am so sick of the emotional blackmail that a woman would help me with house chores,,,wtf, what effing house chore when today it's very inexpensive to acquire a washing machine, dish washer, vacuum machine etc.

If I earn 200k and my wife earns 150k, she must provide 40% of our family expenditures, if she can't do that then let her take her bags and go back to her parents, because I'm sure she would pay her own bills when she lives alone anyway.

If I make 500k and my wife earns 50k then I don't need to ask her a dime, it's that simple.
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by poseidon12: 5:57am On Oct 04, 2017
CEEcey:
undecided

A husband that depends on his wife's money is a disgrace to men

My money is mine alone and I can only decide to give him if he asks

Besides isn't he suppose to be the head of the familyhuh
His money is ours.
Typical Nigerian mindset. Of course I will have nothing to do with a lady with this kind of reasoning. This is the 21st century. What if your husband is not making enough to take care of the family all by himself (as a maga)? If I had a woman like that, I would treat her like a house help or visitor instead of wife.
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by poseidon12: 5:59am On Oct 04, 2017
supersystemsnig:
So, his money is ours, and yours remains yours.. But what would you be doing with your money since he'll be taking care of your needs and that of the family?
Probably be using it to take care of her boyfriend. A lot of Nigerians do not understand what marriage is.
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by apytacwrq: 5:59am On Oct 04, 2017
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Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by banmee(m): 5:59am On Oct 04, 2017
uk10:
I don't have a problem with her taking my money or saying my money is ours,as long she remains submissive ,as in VERY SUBMISSIVE.I know the feminist will come for me,I'm waiting. angry
I agree with you on this. If she depends on you for everything she has no choice but to be submissive. If she want's equal rights, she must be ready for equal responsibilities. Personally, When i was single i never liked submissive women. Sooner than later you'll get tired of them. No fire. Just bland.
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by Nobody: 6:01am On Oct 04, 2017
poseidon12:
Probably be using it to take care of her boyfriend. A lot of Nigerians do not understand what marriage is.
grin Don't make me pee please
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by positivetaught: 6:07am On Oct 04, 2017
my own simple system is this, since we have agreed to get married n build a family together for our own benefit then we must be willing n prepared to work n sacrifice towards the success of the Union through this method, myself n my wife would each contributes 70% of our earnings to a family account to which we are both signatories, 30% would be retained for our individual needs,the problem is most men during courtship either out of fear,lack of confidence, or ego fails to be frank with women only to lament after marriage,women enjoys the benefit n success of children much more than the fathers I simply can't even understand this insatiable greed of women,some would argue is the responsibility of the man to provide for his household but would refused that a woman is supposed to completely submissive to her husband.
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by Nobody: 6:11am On Oct 04, 2017
positivetaught:
my own simple system is this, since we have agreed to get married n build a family together for our own benefit then we must be willing n prepared to work n sacrifice towards the success of the Union through this method, myself n my wife would each contributes 70% of our earnings to a family account to which we are both signatories, 30% would be retained for our individual needs,the problem is most men during courtship either out of fear,lack of confidence, or ego fails to be frank with women only to lament after marriage,women enjoys the benefit n success of children much more than the fathers I simply can't even understand this insatiable greed of women,some would argue is the responsibility of the man to provide for his household but would refused that a woman is supposed to completely submissive to her husband.
I totally agree with this : women enjoys the benefit n success of children much more than the fathers I simply can't even understand this insatiable greed of women,some would argue is the responsibility of the man to provide for his household but would refused that a woman is supposed to completely submissive to her husband.

Women enjoy alot, when the kids are grown, they take care of the mother passionately. They want it all but hardly wanna stretch a finger, some of them though...
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by Nobody: 6:12am On Oct 04, 2017
banmee:
I agree with you on this. If she depends on you for everything she has no choice but to be submissive. If she want's equal rights, she must be ready for equal responsibilities. Personally, When i was single i never liked submissive women. Sooner than later you'll get tired of them. No fire. Just bland.
On the contrary, submissiveness is not enslavement. That's not what submissiveness implies to me anyway
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by Nobody: 6:17am On Oct 04, 2017
olaboy1:
That was the the best decision of your life. When you ask a woman what do you look for in a man, she throws out this endless list with caring and kindness somewhere in the middle. Now are you women saying men don't deserve caring and kindness also.

Guys if your wife or about to be wife is working and earning a salary, she MUST financially contribute to the upkeep of the family in the economy of today. When I was around 17yrs old or so, I questioned my mum with so much anger on why we don't get to see her salary at the end of month; I watched my dad tender his pay check and my mum would bring out a paper to do list for the month, I cringed at that one sided marriage set up and promised myself when I grow to get married I will never put myself up for this kind of arrangement...better not to be married.

If my salary can afford rent for the family in Igando whilst me and my wife work in Ikoyi, is it not sensible that wifey support the family so we could afford a place closer to the Island. And if she is not spending her salary on the family, then what exactly will she spend it on assuming she is earning between 150-350k.

I also believe if the woman puts her salary on the table for the family, then I consider that gesture as been invested in the relationship or marriage. I am so sick of the emotional blackmail that a woman would help me with house chores,,,wtf, what effing house chore when today it's very inexpensive to acquire a washing machine, dish washer, vacuum machine etc.

If I earn 200k and my wife earns 150k, she must provide 40% of our family expenditures, if she can't do that then let her take her bags and go back to her parents, because I'm sure she would pay her own bills when she lives alone anyway.

If I make 500k and my wife earns 50k then I don't need to ask her a dime, it's that simple.
My brother, you hit the nail on the head. Your comments are filled with wisdom, in fact, i'll borrow some of your insights...

I agree with the comments below, 100%.

If I earn 200k and my wife earns 150k, she must provide 40% of our family expenditures, if she can't do that then let her take her bags and go back to her parents, because I'm sure she would pay her own bills when she lives alone anyway.

If I make 500k and my wife earns 50k then I don't need to ask her a dime, it's that simple.



Wow @ your mum, and you standing up to her. I'm sure it caused some tension in the fam back then. It's what we say, when ladies stockpile wealth, it creates an atmosphere for tenseness and insecurity. The wealth of the union should be funneled into the upkeep of the family, hence the oneness of the union isn't threatened and both parties do not see the need to part ways at the slightest provocation...


I've learnt a few things from you...Big-ups bro..
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by Nobody: 6:18am On Oct 04, 2017
uk10:
I don't have a problem with her taking my money or saying my money is ours,as long she remains submissive ,as in VERY SUBMISSIVE.I know the feminist will come for me,I'm waiting. angry
grin Bro you're gonna make me pee... grin
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by Nobody: 6:19am On Oct 04, 2017
kilokeys:
Reason I broke up with an ex.. Like. Wtf.. She can't even tell me how much she earns.. Says it's not my business. But she knows mine.
How intelligent of her...Nice one
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by rinzaugustine: 6:19am On Oct 04, 2017
ToZaraWithaZ:
Head of the family? What a joke! Soul mates is what it is called; you're partners - you met each other, loved each other enough to settle down together, then it is up to you as adults to come to agreements and decide on whatever works for you. There's no head since no gender is instrinsically inferior.

In the home, the one who is better at something should head that department. Marriage is not a Master-Slave institution, but one established on LOVE, FAITHFULNESS and TRUST, involving people who understand the meaning of what it is they're venturing into.

Where did you read it in my post that men should be the "head" of the family?
Brilliant point
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by pasqal09: 6:19am On Oct 04, 2017
CEEcey:
undecided

A husband that depends on his wife's money is a disgrace to men

My money is mine alone and I can only decide to give him if he asks

Besides isn't he suppose to be the head of the familyhuh
His money is ours.
Even if he's d head of the family, his money is still his money.
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by Jomesh20(m): 6:20am On Oct 04, 2017
CEEcey:
undecided

A husband that depends on his wife's money is a disgrace to men

My money is mine alone and I can only decide to give him if he asks

Besides isn't he suppose to be the head of the familyhuh
His money is ours.
I guess 'dependency' doesn't apply here since he's working too and earning basic salary. Relationship in marriage should be a symbiotic one. I can remember well, in my family (3 children) before the demise of my mum, my dad takes care of our school bills (uniform, tuition fees, books etc) while my mom takes care of the feeding thereby alleviating the pressure on both of them. If you decide your money is yours alone, and only if you decide otherwise, then I think he should address matters of the family alone without consulting you except he feels like since you stated he's the head of the family. Autocracy should be the day then.
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by Nobody: 6:22am On Oct 04, 2017
Jomesh20:
I guess 'dependency' doesn't apply here since he's working too and earning basic salary. Relationship in marriage should be a symbiotic one. I can remember well, in my family (3 children) before the demise of my mum, my dad takes care of our school bills (uniform, tuition fees, books etc) while my mom takes care of the feeding thereby alleviating the pressure on both of them. If you decide your money is yours alone, and only if you decide otherwise, then I think he should address matters of the family alone without consulting you except he feels like since you stated he's the head of the family. Autocracy should be the day then.
Lol @ since you stated he's the head of the family. Autocracy should be the day then.


Spot on, brov... And yeah, a symbiotic union. I agree 100%
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by Sike(m): 6:26am On Oct 04, 2017
NO. HER MONEY IS MINE. MY MONEY IS MINE. I OWN EVERYTHING. I OWN HER.
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by Nobody: 6:27am On Oct 04, 2017
No way! I have no idea where such a selfish attitude comes from. A marriage is a partnership, a union..hence everything within it belongs to both the couple..there's no room for being selfish anymore in marriage. That's why if youre not ready to be self-sacrificial then u shouldnt marry in the first place.
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by Nobody: 6:28am On Oct 04, 2017
Sike:
NO. HER MONEY IS MINE. MY MONEY IS MINE. I OWN EVERYTHING. I OWN HER.
grin
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Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by Nobody: 6:29am On Oct 04, 2017
Blueberrie:
No way! I have no idea where such a selfish attitude comes from. A marriage is a partnership, a union..hence everything within it belongs to both the couple..there's no room for being selfish anymore in marriage. That's why if youre not ready to be self-sacrificial then u shouldnt marry in the first place.
I believe you my sister. It's more like a defensive tool to split away at any moment.

In fact, oneness is threatened in the union. Funny, they call it being independent. Why should someone want to be married and be independent? I was thinking it ought to be inter-dependency and a symbiotic relationship....


...I'll take this to heart my sister...Chalo
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by Nobody: 6:37am On Oct 04, 2017
Lol...Where are the ladies huh huh huh
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by awa(m): 6:38am On Oct 04, 2017
Sensitive conversation and like most things discussed in Nairaland, I am only responsible for my personal opinion.
Dudes don't propose to any lady that comes here to tell us my money and his are ours.... Otherwise na APC one chance you go enter. I don talk my own
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by Nobody: 6:40am On Oct 04, 2017
awa:
Sensitive conversation and like most things discussed in Nairaland, I am only responsible for my personal opinion.
Dudes don't propose to any lady that comes here to tell us my money and his are ours.... Otherwise na APC one chance you go enter. I don talk my own
grin
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by Nobody: 6:41am On Oct 04, 2017
chiraqDemon:
Me too. Can't even imagine.
Then that means you've made up your mind not to even trust her before you guys get married. Either that or ur not ready to be self-sacrificial, which is what marriage is all about. Dont get married then
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by tunjilana: 6:45am On Oct 04, 2017
That is why it is very important to know who you are marrying. Don't be shy, discuss these things clearly prior settling, don't avoid financial discussions. We are all different and have diverse perspective, some men believe solely financing the home is all that makes them a man, thus if a WIFE as much as mention working or supporting he feels threatened. In the long run, he burns out, has little time for family and romance, can't be there to create so much wonderful moments with kids e.t.c. Some men sees it as betrayal to keep yours to yourself while you leave him to slave to solve all problems this they expect accountability on both ends and commitment towards a common goal.So if the wife of such a man comes up with "mine is mine" crack begins and everyone feels unfulfilled. Simply check that you both have same mentality when it comes to home finance
Re: Should A Wife's Money Be '' Hers '' , While The Husband's Money Be " Ours " ? by sucre: 6:46am On Oct 04, 2017
Rukkydelta:
His money is his, my money is mine
And according to the Bible a husband is the head of the home. So he should be ready to take responsibility financial and I will also assist in arrears I can.He can take 70% of his financial responsibility while I do take 30%
We can open a joint in which I donate 30% monthly and he donates 70% that we can use for the family expenditure
Madam head of the home means the final decision maker. Biko partake in the family financial responsibilities if u are a virtuous woman. R u not baring the mans name? Be wise o
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