So, you decided not to get a prenuptial agreement when you got married. I get it. I know that it can be difficult to even start talking about the subject with your spouse, but there are many reasons that you need to protect yourself. Luckily, even if you have been married for a long time, you can still get a postnuptial agreement in Florida.
As I discussed in a previous post, postnuptial agreements are a good idea when one spouse starts a business, after an affair, and when work and income situations change.
But those aren’t the only reasons to think about it. Here are seven more reasons you might want to consider getting one.
You Argue about Money
One of the leading causes of problems in marriage is money. Making decisions about how money is spent requires cooperation and communication. If you and your spouse argue about finances while you are married, there’s a good chance that if it comes to divorce, you won’t be able to agree on how things will be divided, which could mean a long drawn out court battle. Getting a postnuptial agreement in Florida could mitigate the situation.
Your Spouse Suffers from Addiction
Addiction can sow strife in marriage. When it takes control of a person, addiction can mean unwise financial decisions and debt. Postnuptial agreements often take addiction into consideration, especially concerning any dissipation of assets and acquisition of debt.
You’ve Filed for Divorce in the Past but Reconciled Your Differences
When couples file for divorce, they don’t always go through with it. No matter your situation, if you’ve been on the verge of divorce in the past, having a postnuptial agreement in place will protect you if you ever decide to complete a divorce in the future.
You or Your Spouse Has Been Divorced Before
The statistics on divorce show that second and third marriages are even more likely to fail than first marriages. Being prepared with a postnuptial agreement in Florida just makes sense.
Your Spouse Has Debt
In the event that you get divorced, you don’t want to be held responsible for your spouse’s debts. Having a postnuptial agreement in place can alleviate the stress that debt puts on a marriage by designating who is responsible for which debts after a split.
You Have Children from a Previous Marriage
If you have children from a previous marriage, you might be concerned about their inheritance in case you and your spouse get divorced. With a postnuptial agreement, you don’t have to worry.
You Want to Plan for Eventualities
Getting a postnuptial agreement in Florida doesn’t have to be about protecting yourself from divorce. You can also use a postnuptial agreement to start thinking about what will happen if one spouse becomes ill or dies unexpectedly.
Considering a Postnuptial Agreement in Florida?
Are you protected in case of divorce? If you want to ensure that your interests are upheld in the future, consider talking to an attorney about a postnuptial agreement today. Get in touch with me to learn more.
Not married yet? Check out my video below that covers why you should get a prenuptial agreement.
About the Author: Helena Y. Farber is an attorney in Aventura, Florida, whose practice is concentrated in the areas of divorce and family law. She can be reached at (305) 520-9205 or via email at hyf@farberlawpa.com.
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