Core Insights - A New Orleans father is experiencing marital strain due to his wife's high credit card spending, which reaches $5,000 monthly, contrasting with his more cautious spending habits [1][3][6] - His income is commission-based, leading to fluctuations between $6,500 in slow months and up to $20,000 in stronger months, complicating financial planning [2][3] - The couple's differing spending styles create tension, with the husband focusing on necessities while the wife spends on children's clothing and discretionary items [3][6][7] Financial Management Recommendations - Ramsey Show hosts recommend cutting up credit cards to reduce financial chaos and encourage better spending habits [4][5] - They suggest establishing a joint budget to assign every dollar a purpose, which could help the couple regain control over their finances [8]

Credit card spending on airline tickets by high-income consumers—those making over $150,000 annually—saw a 7% step down in growth over the 35 days leading up to May 25, according to new data from Consumer Edge. (Photo: Getty Images) https://t.co/T2eK2yYjUW https://t.co/wAgR8hEokC ...

Credit card spending on airline tickets by high-income consumers—those making over $150,000 annually—saw a 7% step down in growth over the 35 days leading up to May 25, according to new data from Consumer Edge. (Photo: Getty Images) https://t.co/YZwYETK6u4 https://t.co/BIVLgiskUv ...