“Love is Blind,” which is why often two people that are head over heels with each other will often ignore the harder questions when enjoying the honeymoon stage of a relationship. So before he asks, “Will You Marry Me?”, it’s critical that the key, life-changing questions are laid out – and answered honestly.

1. Do you want children?

Whether or not you both want kids is something that should definitely be discussed before marriage. Having a big family is extremely important to some people, while others simply do not see children in their future. Make sure to discuss this early.

2. Where do you want to live?

Before he puts a ring on it, make sure that you are on the same page regarding your hometown. If your hubby wants to move to Florida, but you are living in New York it is important to discuss the potential change of lifestyle and the pros and cons of each location.

3. How Important is your religion?

What holidays are most important to you? How often do you want to go to church (or other house of worship?) Do you want your kids to be influenced by religion?

4. Finances 101

How aware do you want to be of your partners’ financial history or past debt? Talking credit scores is not sexy, but it’s important. Financial issues are never fun, and can definitely cause a rift in relationships. Make sure you and your partner are clear how financials will be handled, if you will have a joint bank account, how bills will be handled, etc.

5. Long-term goals

Life changes pretty quickly, but having a serious sit-down about the future is an important conversation to make sure that your relationship is on track. It is important to know you are both going in the same direction.

6. How do you compromise?

Life and marriages are all about compromises. It’s important to know what the other person is willing to sacrifice and what he or she is not.

7. What is your love language?

The expression of love can vary greatly among individuals – and it is important that each partner knows the different ways they want to receive love. This can be through words of affirmation, quality time, receiving gifts, etc. It is important to know what makes your significant other feel special and loved.

If you both love the answers to all of these questions, congratulations, you’re ready to get married! Take the next step and contact Forever Events to handle the wedding planning. Forever Events is home to Miami’s top luxury wedding planner, Lisi Korn.