Live With Your Partner Before Marriage or Na?
Moving in with your partner is a great idea if it’s done for the right reasons. Here are the major benefits and risks of living together before saying “I do.”
Category: Marriage
Answered: How Long Does it Take to Get a Prenup?
Finalizing a prenup takes about 3 to 4 months, but you should plan for more time to have an in-depth discussion about future planning with your partner.
Love is Blind: Is 10 Days Enough for “The Talk”?
Healthy communication takes time and intention, and usually more than the 10 days that Love is Blind contestants get in the pods.
Prenup Pros & Cons: A Detailed Breakdown
A prenuptial agreement (also known as a premarital agreement) is a legal document created before marriage planning your finances during marriage and defining how to divide assets between a couple in the event of a divorce or death. There are, however, many more benefits to getting a prenup than protecting your money. As you weigh … Continued
Commingled Assets: What They Are & How They’re Traced
Commingling assets in marriage is when you and your spouse combine your separate and community property. This happens in both purposeful and indirect ways. The “what’s mine is yours” mentality is sweet in theory, but it can have unintended financial consequences. Here’s what commingling means for your property and how to trace assets if you … Continued
Marriage Contracts, Explained
There are three main categories of marriage contracts. Here are the key differences between them.
How to Turn the Honeymoon Phase into a Successful Relationship
No matter how long it lasts, the honeymoon stage of a relationship can be a source of positivity and a timely opportunity to build on the long-term success of your relationship.
Transparency Will Transform Your Relationship
Transparent communication is the most critical underpinning of a successful relationship. Here’s how to improve transparency as a couple.
How Should You Split Finances as a Married Couple?
To help you decide how to split finances when married, I’ll walk you through three ways to successfully divvy up your funds.
Community Property States [Full List & Why It Matters]
What does living in a community property state mean, and how does this impact your property and finances in a divorce? I cover all the details here.
Are Second Marriages More Successful?
How to make your second marriage a success through practicing communication, appreciation, vulnerability, and conflict resolution.