by Rich Arzaga, CFP®, CCIM , The Real Estate Whisperer® Question: How should two people split rent when one earns significantly more than the other? Answer: Start by choosing the proper framework: Will your arrangement take a business or an emotional approach? This single decision shapes everything that follows. 1. Emotional Approach This is where many couples, friends, or partners  begin—especially when one person earns more than the other. Income differences naturally intro