
Marriage "affords" several financial advantages through combined wealth, income tax deductions and retirement account benefits, but singles have the freedom to choose how to spend their money.

Singles may concentrate more on looking good, as studies say married people are likely to gain weight as they settle down.

It's true -- married people are doing it more. When the minivan starts a-rockin', don't come a-knockin'!

Singledom can equal a better night's sleep as lots of folks report sleeping better alone. The CDC says one-third of adults don't get enough sleep anyway, regardless of their relationship status, but single moms get even less.

Families and couples have more pets, but singles are gaining on them, says the American Veterinary Medical Association. When you have a pet, you'll never eat alone again.

Love is expensive. If you're getting married soon, get ready to shell out about $31,000, the average cost of a wedding in 2014. Plan to fork over $673 if you're a guest.