The decision on whether or not to pursue a Premarital Agreement with your fiancé can be complicated and the benefits of a Premarital Agreement can be significant depending upon the financial situations of both parties. Generally speaking, in the event that a marriage...
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Understanding Premarital and Prenuptial Agreements in Orange County, California – Part II
Let’s dive a little deeper into the law that governs California prenuptial and premarital agreements. As we discussed last time, the important California Family Code Sections are sections 1600 through 1617. Section 1613 says that premarital agreements go into affect...
Understanding Premarital and Prenuptial Agreements in Orange County, California – Part I
In today’s post and a subsequent one, we’re going to talk about premarital and prenuptial agreements in California. The Uniformed Premarital Agreement Act (UPAA) creates the scaffolding for prenuptial agreements. If you want to “dig deep” into the law, check out...
9 Tips for Setting Up a Prenuptial Agreement (The Smart Way) – Part 3
Here are three more “best practices” for setting up prenuptial agreements in California — designed to help you and your fiancé protect your rights and feel in control. 7. Separate out any child support/custody issues from other marriages. The new marital estate...
9 Tips for Setting Up a Prenuptial Agreement (The Smart Way) – Part 2
Here are three more tips about how to create a workable, respectable prenuptial agreement. 4. Get your worries and concerns out on the table. One thing that builds enduring relationships is straightforwardness. If you don’t feel comfortable talking with your...
9 Tips for Setting Up a Prenuptial Agreement (The Smart Way) – Part 1
Whether you’re an heiress to a small fortune or a successful entrepreneur, you want to protect your rights and property, before you tie the knot with your beloved. But having the “prenuptial conversation” can be challenging, even if you love and trust your fiancée,...