It's best not to share marital woes too openly unless you want lots of meddling or some serious backlash against your life partner.

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Note: Be sure you are comfortable with the complexities barter can introduce into your life and be up-front with your trade partner on the legalities.

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You might feel nervous at first, but learning to communicate honestly with your partner about your sex life can make it easier to discuss sexual health with your doctor -- and it's the most natural approach of all.

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If you are married or have a financially dependent partner, you can apply for a joint life enhanced annuity which will continue to be paid to your partner if you die before them.

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First, you can add your partner as a beneficiary on any life insurance policies, retirement accounts, and annuities.

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Some of the steps she mentions include having adequate life and disability insurance, which is especially important if your partner dependents on you at all for financial support.

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But, devoting even a few minutes to figuring out where you and your partner stand on certain money issues may rekindle a few life passions that will remind you of why this person is so special in your life.

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