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The Moneyist advises a reader who wonders who should pay on a first date, recounting how his feminist friend met her spouse and their decision to share all expenses equally. He suggests that the person who chooses the restaurant might offer to pay, especially if it’s expensive, and that financial ethics are a good guide for a healthy relationship. He shares “meet cute” stories and observes that people have different expectations and confidence levels. Quentin Fottrell writes for MarketWatch. Readers can email questions for The Moneyist to [email protected]. Join the Moneyist Facebook group to post dilemmas or weigh in on columns.



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