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Teri Monroe

Every DINK Needs a Financial “Escape Hatch” Plan, Here’s Ours

DINKs planning financial escape hatch
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Being a DINK offers incredible flexibility, but also hidden risk. Without dependents, it’s easy to coast, spend freely, and assume you’ll always have two strong paychecks. But what happens if one of you burns out, gets sick, or simply wants out? That’s where a financial escape hatch comes in: a plan that lets either partner step back without wrecking the household. Here’s how to create yours.

Step One: Decide What You’re Escaping From

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