QUESTION 1: Northwestern Mutual rated personal finance a top priority (second only to personal health), and the majority felt their financial planning could use improvement.Yet fully 42% have never spoken to anyone about their retirement, and only 39% have spoken with their spouse or partner about the subject. Why do so many adults go to such great lengths to avoid thinking and talking about their finances?
QUESTION 2: Provide three reasons why it is important to talk and think about your personal finances? Provide detailed responses.