"We hold annual strategy meetings - it allowed us to build our $650k dream home"

A couple say sitting down for an annual formal strategy meeting together has helped them build their $650k dream home and strengthen their relationship.

Chelsea, 29, and Evan Westfall, 27, have been planning their finances, ambitions and aims for the year in this way since 2020.

The meeting in January usually lasts around two hours and the pair will also host quarterly meetings and weekly check-ins to monitor progress.

The couple welcomed a new addition to the 'Westfall Company' - Liam, now seven-months-old, in July 2024.

Chelsea said that the meeting allowed them to build their dream home in their 20s and helps them understand their individual ambitions for the year ahead.

She said that the annual meetings have made their relationship stronger as they also speak about what is working for them and what they need to work on.