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5 Important Financial Questions to Ask Your Significant Other Don't put off asking about finances just because it might get a little awkward.

By Nicole Lapin Edited by Dan Bova

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In this video, Entrepreneur Network partner Nicole Lapin explains why it's important to know your significant other's financial situation -- even if it might get a little awkward. Being an adult means facing the things you'd rather put off, and financial distress is one of the leading causes for divorce. So, get the uncertainty out of the way by asking these five questions.

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Related: 5 Things You Need Before You Invest in the Stock Market

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Nicole Lapin's new book, Boss Bitch, is available on Amazon.

Nicole Lapin

Financial Journalist, New York Times Bestselling Author, Anchor

Nicole Lapin is a veteran financial journalist, serving as an anchor on CNN, CNBC and Bloomberg. Her first book, Rich Bitch: A Simple 12-Step Plan for Getting Your Financial Life Together...Finally, was recently published and became an instant New York Times Best Seller. NicoleLapin.com for financial advice and unconventional money tips.

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