CNBC reports that there has been a fivefold increase in the number of couples who signed a prenuptial agreement over the past two decades. From pursuing ambitious entrepreneurial endeavors to paying down hefty student loan debt, there are countless reasons why so many couples are now drafting prenups before saying “I do.”
A prenuptial agreement can protect you both during your marriage and in the event of a divorce. For example, if you have children from a prior marriage and you want to ensure they retain their inheritance rights, you can stipulate this in a prenuptial agreement.
Even if you drafted a prenup, divorce can still threaten your financial future. If you are considering divorce in New York, contact the Elliot Green Law Offices to discuss your case. Call 718-260-8668 to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with a family lawyer in Staten Island.
Read on for a few tips for asking your future spouse to sign a prenuptial agreement:
- Bring It up Early
Planning a wedding is a lot of work, and it is natural to get lost in the little details; however, you should never lose sight of the big picture. Entrepreneur reminds readers that they should bring up the idea of a prenuptial agreement early into the engagement.
If you wait until merely weeks before the wedding to discuss your concerns, both you and your future spouse are going to feel the pressure. Bringing it up early will ensure that you two are on the same page when it comes to your future financial plans.
- Be Honest about Your Concerns
If your family has owned a plot of land for generations and you want to ensure that 100 percent of it stays in your family, do not tell your future spouse that you just want a prenup to protect his or her assets going into the marriage. Be upfront about your concerns from the start, and trust that if you are honest, your spouse will feel comfortable being honest and transparent, as well.
- Do Not Involve Your Parents
Even if your parents are encouraging you to get a prenup, do not tell your future spouse that they are making you ask for one. At the end of the day, you are an adult, and your financial future is in your hands.
Ultimately, you and your future spouse are a team, and you should not let an outside party dictate how you manage your relationship. If you get a prenup, make sure it is because you actually want one and not because someone else told you to sign one.
- Tackle the Conversation in Stages
A marriage is supposed to last forever, and broaching the subject of divorce is never easy. If you want your spouse to sign a prenuptial agreement, plan on having the conversation in stages so neither of you feels overwhelmed.
If you would like to draft a legally enforceable prenuptial agreement, turn to a Staten Island family lawyer from the Elliot Green Law Offices. Call 718-260-8668 to schedule a free consultation with a divorce attorney in New York.
