Stakeholder Resource

Personal Finance for Couples: Managing Joint Finances

This California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation guide provides practical tips for couples on managing money together. It covers how to communicate about finances, set shared goals, create a budget, and decide whether to combine or separate accounts. TANF programs can share this resource with participants to help strengthen financial communication, planning, and teamwork in households to support family stability and long-term economic security.

Source
Partner Resources
State
California
Topics/Subtopics
Family Strengthening
Family Formation
Healthy Relationships and Marriage
Asset Building
Debt Management and Credit Counseling
Financial Literacy and Education
TANF Program Administration
Case Management
Publication Date
2026-02-01
Section/Feed Type
Latest Information from Network (Home)
TANF Regulatory Codes
45 CFR Part 260.20 – (b)
45 CFR Part 260.20 – (c)
45 CFR Part 260.20 – (d)