After The Golden Bachelorette season 1’s finale showed Bachelor Nation that Joan had chosen Chock in the end and the pair were engaged, the couple expected a warm welcome from viewers who had been pulling for Joan all season. Instead, the couple found themselves at the center of a vortex of criticism. Chock had been one of the most divisive contestants of the season, and the red flags Bachelor Nation felt he exhibited all season long didn’t go anywhere because Joan accepted his proposal. With viewers causing more tension in their relationship, Joan & Chock’s lifestyle became part of the scrutiny.
Joan & Chock Spent A Lavish Weekend With Bachelor Nation Alumni
They Went To Luxurious Palm Springs
Though they were feeling the heaviness of the tragic plane crash that flew out of Chock’s local Kansas airport, Chock and Joan shared that they were headed out to Palm Springs for a trip with fellow Bachelor Nation alumni. The couple were able to take some time with many stars from the Golden side of the franchise, along with some other Bachelor and Bachelorette alumni. Joan and Chock’s trip, which was hosted by the Almost Famous podcast hosted by former Bachelor Ben Higgins and Bachelor Nation’s Ashley Iaconetti Haibon, may have been a getaway for alumni, but appeared incredibly luxurious.
Throughout their weekend, Joan and Chock shared more about the lavish vacation, and while they may not have been backing the trip financially in its entirety, the vacation served as a reminder of how things have been going for the pair. Since their time on The Golden Bachelorette ended, Joan and Chock have been showing off their fairly lavish lifestyle for all of Bachelor Nation to see. The couple have been sharing more about their personal travel and showing off a lot more about their spending habits, though they haven’t been open about their financials since leaving The Golden Bachelorette.
Joan & Chock's NYC Home Search Has Been Delayed Again
They’re Taking Time Away From Looking
Joan and Chock’s decision to make the move to New York City has been something that they’ve been talking about online for months. The pair have taken multiple trips to the city to look at real estate, and though they keep seeming like they’re finding potential properties, it’s become clear that the search is a lot more difficult than it seems. Joan has shared that there’s been a bit more of a delay on their search for a place than expected in recent weeks, though the couple took a trip to NYC last month for more even real estate showings.
Joan & Chock Could Be Reassessing Their Finances For Their Move
The Move Appears To Be Expensive
Although Joan and Chock have been making moves surrounding their big move, it’s possible the pause on their search for NYC real estate is because of their financial situation. While both have been quiet about how things are monetarily for them, as is their right, it’s clear that the move is a very expensive one that may take a bit more planning on their part. Joan and Chock both wanting to maintain their current homes and a shared space in NYC will cost a lot, and it’s possible with how much the couple have been up to, it’s not feasible.
Joan & Chock's High Spending & Financial Stress Could Be Major Issues
They’re Already Dealing With Serious Problems
While the decision to take a break on searching for their NYC home could have nothing to do with their finances, it’s likely that the pause is coming from some major issues in their relationship. From their lavish lifestyle, multiple properties, and the fact that they’re looking to move to one of the most expensive cities in the world, Joan and Chock could easily be facing some tension in their relationship. If the couple aren’t agreeing on what’s going on in their lives, they may be trying to find a happy medium before they start working through their relocation options.
