 TITLE: Getting Married? Here’s How It Affects Your Credit CONTENT: The Bottom Line\n---------------\nGetting married is a weighty—and exhilarating—decision for many reasons, but don't ignore the financial aspects of your new life. Your spouse's credit score won't necessarily affect yours right away, but their actions will affect your ability to jointly qualify for credit and what you might be obligated to repay, depending on where you live.\nCommunication is key in all aspects of a relationship, but considering how much credit history can influence your future together, it's crucial when it comes to finances too. END