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BMO encourages couples to be open when it comes to dollars and cents

- The overwhelming majority of Canadians agree that couples need to be on the same page financially

- Despite this, less than half have discussed key financial matters prior to marriage, including debt, savings goals and establishing a financial plan

- Over half of married or engaged couples have already bought or are planning to purchase a home in the next two years

Report combines expertise from BMO's Economists with on-the-ground anecdotal information from BMO's Commercial Bankers

- Five of six Canadians said there were no surprises on their January credit card statement - their balance was what they expected.

- Two-thirds (67 per cent) said they would pay off their January credit card balance in full.

- Reducing overall household debt is number-one priority for Canadians in 2012.

- Men will carry a higher credit card balance into February than women.

However, economic uncertainty and slow job growth may restrain consumers.

- Most Canadians say 'I love you' with candy, flowers or jewellery.

- The love struck may be dining in this Valentine's Day.

- Saskatchewanians most romantic Canadians or just biggest spenders?