8 QUESTIONS YOU NEED TO ASK YOUR PARTNER BEFORE YOU GET MARRIED

Thinking of getting married? If the answer is yes, then along with madly floral arrangements and wedding place-setting ideas, you might want to think about asking your future spouse some of these questions.

1. Do you want kids?

Best case scenario, you agree. But if you disagree? It's one of the biggest compromises you can make. Whether you have children without wanting them, or stay child-free despite wanting kids, it's going to be a massive compromise, and those kinds of sacrifices can take a toll on a relationship.

2. What are your thoughts on housework?

Anyone who expects their partner to do more than half of the chores, is probably not going to be a great room-mate. And if you're getting married then yes, you're about to be husband and wife, but you're also going to be room-mates for the rest of your natural born lives.

3. How much debt do you have?

Money is the most common thing for couples to argue over, so again, full disclosure is smart. Being with a spender when you're a saver or visa versa doesn't mean the relationship is doomed, but it's important to recognize it.

5. Do you want pets?

Or rather, when you bring home a puppy, how annoyed will your other half be?

6. Does your mum/dad/family actually like me?

Research has proven again and again that the support of your friends and family are pretty essential for a successful relationship. If your partner's family doesn't like you, it's important to understand why, whether there's anything you can do about it, and ultimately how much it bothers you both.

7. How do you feel about prenuptial agreement?

Again, it's a sticky one. Is getting one admitting that the marriage could well fail, or is it just being pragmatic? As long as you're on the same page, you're all good.

8. Who is going to take care of elderly parents?

The important thing here is parity. You can't plan to bring your own mum to live in the guest room if the idea of having your mother-in-law staying long-term makes you want to scream.

Thanks to: marieclaire.co.uk