How to manage finances as a couple

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Today's economy is different for many couples. For instance, some have separate accounts with no plans to merge.

Often one person will have massive debt and the other no debt at all. So, how do you proceed?

Colleen O' Brien with Charles Schwab stopped by the ABC7 News studio with some tips on navigating these difficult waters.

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