10 Important Things Everyone Should Know Before Getting Married

5. The less materialistic you and your partner are, the more likely your marriage will succeed. 

It’s not about how big your house is or how new your car is. A study of 1,310 married individuals published in the Journal of Family and Economic Issues found that materialism, or putting a high value on money and possessions, is associated with lower marital satisfaction. It’s essential to focus on things that can’t be bought, like quality time and engaging conversation.