Money....

[usernamexxx86]

Do you and your OH share all money?

I ask this because... long term relationship, 2DC, I work part time due to childcare and partner works full time earning over 4 x my wage. However he puts about a third of his wage into the joint account and saves the rest in an individual account.

AIBU to be think both of our salaries should go to the joint account?

1. Get married
2. Get married
3. Get married

1. Have the money discussions before the children

No, our finances are completely separate and have been for 20 years. But that's what works for us and neither of us have ever especially wanted to have joint finances.

It's unclear whether you have your own money. Are your wages paid into your account? Are the bills covered fully by him?

If you have very little money of your own then it needs to change. If you keep what you earn to spend however you want, I don't see the big deal.