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Obviously depends on state law, but I wish every single person would get a prenup. It keeps things intuitive when the law is not - what’s mine is mine, what’s your is yours, what’s ours is ours. I’m a board certified family law specialist in NC and think everyone can benefit from a prenup - you never know what’s going to happen during your marriage!
A prenup is very helpful for all couples going into marriage. A prenup deals with financial transparency before the wedding (assets, income, debt); what to expect during the marriage financially (who’s the squirrel? who’s the spender? who’s going to manage the household finances?); what to expect in estate planning; and then what happens in a divorce. So many younger people (20’s & 30’s) don’t have enough experience financially, and thinking through a prenup is really helpful.
Don’t take for granted that a trust will be protected. While it won’t necessarily be invaded, the value to the beneficiary may be included as an “asset” in an equitable distribution state, which might mean a fight over something else - assets, alimony, etc. I work primarily in family law and see this happen far too often.
I don’t think prenuptial agreement is a waste. It could protect the money invested in the home
We used Hello Prenup which was much more affordable, but still did the job.
Thoroughly recommend a prenup. Some states (like CT) treat all property (including what was acquired before the marriage) as marital property that can be divided in a divorce.
Honestly it really depends on you and your spouse. I would recommend one just because I think it is a good thing to have in place. I went through a nasty divorce with my first marriage and it would have been easier if we had a prenup in place honestly.
Depends because religious values and financial values don't always align. A prenup makes it easier to divorce that's not everyone's goal