SFA031 When love blossoms later in life - the financial implications (1110 words)

Introduction

Falling in love is a magical and wondrous experience, but once the heart flutters have settled a little and two people move towards a more serious relationship, various challenges may need to be addressed. Many of these challenges can be easily resolved when we’re young and carefree, but what happens when Cupid appears – or reappears - later in life?

Unlike earlier relationships, when love blossoms late in life careers have slowed down or ceased, the children have left home, and health and fitness may not be what it had been, meaning that a ‘lifetime’ of togetherness may not be as long as first anticipated.

From a less romantic perspective, the financial implications of beginning a relationship at this time of life are serious and need to be considered carefully.