Who Needs a Postnuptial Agreement?
Postnuptials can be very helpful for couples where one spouse makes significantly more money, or has significantly more assets than the other. Those who expect to receive an inheritance may also benefit from a postnuptial. Postnuptials may also be very useful for couples where the financial status of one or both spouses has changed significantly or is expected to. Postnuptials are often written to expire so that they can be revised later in life when spouses feel like they might want to be more generous with each other. Creating a Stronger Marriage The presence of a written, material document outlining expectations and limitations can give spouses an extra incentive to respect each others’ wishes. It can also remove a great deal of stress from the marriage. The ultimate goal is to prevent potential conflicts, and remove pressure to allow a marriage to thrive for its own sake rather than out of financial or material obligation creating a stronger relationship.
