Pre Nups – Points to Consider

If you are planning your wedding there are lots of things to do.  One thing you may want to consider is whether to have a Pre Nup as they are becoming an increasingly popular option for couples.

What is a Marital Agreement or Pre-nup?

A pre-nup is an agreement before the marriage, designed to decide what happens to a couple’s assets and income if they decide to divorce in the future.

Who has them and why?

Traditionally, they have been reserved for celebrities, sports people and others with great wealth, particularly where the wealth is not evenly distributed between the couple.  Not only does it safeguard assets, it can also keep the financial wrangling and finer details out of the public courts.

Couples are marrying later, with both parties bringing substantial assets into the relationship with them.  For second marriages, they can also be a useful way to safeguard the inheritance of children from a previous