# ‘Love Is Not Enough’ Why Couples Must Talk About Money [Chills 259, Sponsored by OCBC]

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Podcast: [Chills with TFC](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chills-with-tfc-6717430)
Published: 2026-03-25T22:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/chills-with-tfc/episodes/love-is-not-enough-why-couples-must-talk-about-money-chills
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Duration seconds: 4188

## Resource

Is talking about money before your wedding unromantic, or is it the ultimate act of love? From 'death files' to treating a marriage like an M&A merger, we’re peeling back the layers on how to build a financially stable future without the awkwardness. Dive into the uncomfortable but necessary conversations couples should have before and during marriage, and why avoiding them can lead to bigger problems later. Joining us are: Vasu Menon, Managing Director, Investment Strategy, OCBC Bank - a wealth management veteran who brought his expertise home to his own marriage Wong Kai Yun, Senior Partner, Dentons Rodyk - a family lawyer specialising in structuring instead of just disputes Chen Shao Chun, Founder, 9 to 5 Millionaire Mindset - a personal finance advocate focused on helping working professionals build wealth through investing, financial literacy, and long-term financial planning What you’ll hear in this episode The money talk couples avoid Marriage as a financial partnership, from shared goals to aligning risk appetite and spending habits. Budgets, spreadsheets & reality checks What to do when things go wrong - disputes, power of attorney From insurance and investments to wills, LPAs, and protecting your family. Whether you're single, engaged, or married, this episode might change how you think about love and money. 🎧 Tune in to hear the stories, the lessons, and the conversations most couples never have, until it’s too late.  --- 🎧 The Financial Coconut: Your weekly source for empowering financial knowledge and unlocking possibilities. We explore personal finance, investing, and entrepreneurship to help you build a richer life. Join us as we explore personal finance, investing and more. Get ready to take control of your financial future and live your best l…

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