Though prenuptial agreements are commonly referred to a distant cousin, the postnuptial agreement is far less often seen. Though more infrequently used, it can still be a very powerful and important tool for couples to consider to protect their assets in case of divorce or separation. The only difference between a pre- and post-nuptial agreement… Continue Reading
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Subscribe to Prenuptial Agreements RSS FeedThe Benefits of Pre-Nups in South Carolina
Posted in Divorce, Financial Issues, Prenuptial Agreements, SeparationAsking for a prenuptial agreement may not be the most romantic thing ever, especially with Valentine’s Day just behind us. Some experts insist that this isn’t true, that sitting down with a soon-to-be spouse and making arrangements might do a lot to alleviate worries going into marriage. According to a recent article on Yahoo.com, people… Continue Reading
Understanding the Importance of a Prenup in South Carolina
Posted in Assets and Debts, Financial Issues, Prenuptial AgreementsThough most people would agree that marriage is a big step, representing an important change in their life, very few people realize the just how impactful the decision can be both legally and financially. After all, marriage is a contract entered into by two people and it entails many of the same possible ups and… Continue Reading
Guest Post :: Be Careful When Drafting a Postnuptial Agreement
Posted in Prenuptial AgreementsWhile you probably aren’t at risk of losing half of your stake in a professional baseball team, you and your spouse should still be very careful when drafting a postnuptial agreement. If there are any problems with the process of negotiating, drafting, or signing the agreement (totally apart from the agreement’s terms), a court may… Continue Reading
Five Situations When a Prenuptial Agreement is Necessary
Posted in Prenuptial AgreementsThe following Guest Post is from Kat Sanders: With over 50 percent of marriages that are solemnized ending in divorce, probably the best thing you could do before tying the knot is to finalize a prenuptial agreement. Just because you and your future spouse decide to reach a consensus on how you’re going to manage… Continue Reading
Questions Couples Should Discuss Before Marriage
Posted in Marriage, Prenuptial Agreements, RelationshipsThe New York Times reports that relationship experts believe that couples should ask each other critical questions before marrying, including the following: Have we discussed whether or not to have children, and if the answer is yes, who is going to be the primary care giver? Do we have a clear idea of each other’s… Continue Reading
Can Prenuptial Agreements Improve the Chances for Successful Marriages?
Posted in Marriage, Prenuptial AgreementsA recent study conducted by the Harvard Law School addressed the misconception that a prenup increases the likelihood of divorce. It concluded that a solid prenuptial agreement is likely to improve the chances of a successful marriage. The study’s author, Heather Mahar, argues that the division of assets is "the least compelling reason for average… Continue Reading