To invest or not to invest with your romantic partner, Nakuru men have their say
Brian Njuguna.
In an exclusive interview with Nakuru people, I enquired from two groups of people, one being the advocates of investing with their partners highlighting the synergy and shared financial goals that come with joint ventures.
On the other hand, I found sceptics; group of people that argued against intertwining finances with romantic relationships, as they cited the potential for disagreements on the added pressure on the relationship.
Brian Njuguna speaks passionately, “I am in a relationship that I have embraced joint investing for our two years in marriage after dating for three years. For me it only took a year to study the type of woman I have in my girlfriend and since then, we navigate the world of investments together.”
Mr Njuguna shares how as a couple, they navigate financial decisions as a team, fostering communication and unity in order to strengthen their bond and secure a future built on shared aspirations.
“No joy surpasses having a supportive woman alongside you as a man, expanding and thriving together while having a deepened connection and shared sense of accomplishment,” he firmly states.
Asked what happens to their joint investment in the event they get separated, Mr Njuguna says, “While investing together, we get to discuss and establish a clear agreement on defining each party’s share to ensure a fair and equitable resolution, minimizing financial stress during the break up.”
On the opposite side, Samuel Mwaniki contemplates the idea of joint investments with his partner as he shares how he values financial independence as a cornerstone of his relationships.
Samuel Mwaniki.
Mr Mwaniki discloses, “Preserving individual financial identities helps mitigate potential conflicts that might arise.”
Mr Mwaniki emphasizes the importance of personal financial responsibility and believes that having separate investment paths allows each person to navigate their financial journey without undue influence.
According to him, this approach contributes to a sense of independence and reduces the likelihood of financial disagreements affecting the core of a relationship.