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The relevance of having a prenuptial agreement

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OFTENTIMES, it is vehemently interjected with "It’s not just in our culture"!

In fact, aren’t we just a culture of romance? Wouldn’t the prenuptial or premarital agreement be construed as a romance-killer?

Though prenuptial agreements have been stigmatized by popular culture as cynical arrangements, they have become more and more common in recent years. The reality is, with approximately 30% of all first marriages, and nearly 50% of all second and third marriages, ending in divorce, a prenuptial agreement, simply called prenup, may be seen not only as practical but as necessary.

"Think of it as a business arrangement or as an insurance policy to help remove some of the emotion that’s naturally involved," says Nancy Dunnan, a New York City financial adviser and author. "Marriage is not just an emotional and physical union -- it’s also a financial union. A prenup and the discussions that go with it can help ensure the financial well-being of the marriage."

While it could seem to be the smartest thing to do- especially if one party has significant financial holdings- the prenup can be seen as an indicator that one party does not truly believe in the relationship. Or in our popular belief, it could easily imply lack of trust.

The truth is that if a couple truly cares about each other, it’s never a mistake to take the smarter path to ensure equal protection. Prenuptial agreements can even override California’s very generous community property laws.

A prenuptial agreement is a signed and notarized contract that spells out how a couple will handle the financial aspects of their marriage. Although not very romantic, having this honest financial discussion prior to a wedding ceremony can be a very positive experience.

Contrary to popular opinion, prenups are not just for the rich and famous. While prenups are often used to protect the assets of a wealthy fiancé, couples of more modest means are increasingly turning to them for their own purposes.

According to Nolo, the pioneer in promoting self-help legal services, here are some reasons that some people want a prenup:



 

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