Premarital agreements—also known as prenuptial agreements or “prenups”—are always a hot topic, and it’s no surprise that people have strong opinions about them. Recently, theSkimm shared helpful insight on how to bring up the topic of a prenuptial agreement with your partner and how to respond to their questions.
For many couples, the idea of discussing a prenup can feel awkward or even uncomfortable. When you’re preparing for a wedding, the last thing you may want to think about is what could go wrong. Still, these conversations are important for setting expectations and protecting both partners in the long run.
Although approaching your partner to discuss getting a prenup may feel uneasy or taboo, you are entering into a marriage with this person which will require having honest, sometimes difficult conversations in order to last.
When bringing up the topic of a prenuptial agreement with your partner, be sure to frame it as a way to protect both of your interests, not just your own. A prenup is an opportunity to have a candid conversation about how you each envision your marriage and your future together.
If your partner seems upset or questions your reasoning, reassure them that you’re not anticipating divorce. Instead, explain that a prenup allows you both to make thoughtful, intentional decisions on how to address important rights related to each of your property and support now, rather than relying on your state’s laws in the event of a separation down the road.
Emphasize that this is about mutual empowerment and creating a shared understanding of how you want to navigate your life together—no matter what the future holds.
Our attorneys at Sodoma Law can guide you through the process of discussing and drafting a prenuptial agreement with care and clarity.
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