Fireworks are an enduring metaphor for one of the better aspects of a healthy marriage. But when it comes to matters financial, the pyrotechnics can get ugly. And even though the conventional wisdom is wrong - conflicts over money are probably not the No. 1 cause of divorce - finances were a huge source of friction among couples even before the Great Recession came along.

We consulted financial pros and marriage counselors to get their best advice for overcoming money woes and ensuring a friction-free financial relationship.