How to Write Your Own Simple Premarital Agreement Without a Lawyer

Download or read book How to Write Your Own Simple Premarital Agreement Without a Lawyer written by ATLANTIC PUBLISHING GROUP and published by Atlantic Publishing Group (FL). This book was released on 2013-12-31 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Engagements and weddings are certainly something to be celebrated and can easily be some of the happiest times in your life. Unfortunately, with the national divorce rate is hovering around 50 percent, happily ever after is not necessarily a guarantee. Premarital agreements help you protect your personal and financial future in the event of divorce, and while it is not the most romantic conversation, they do not have to spoil that after-engagement glow. How to Write Your Own Simple Premarital Agreement Without a Lawyer takes you through the entire process of establishing a premarital agreement, all while avoiding the uncomfortable conversations and unnecessary legal fees. You will learn why you should have a premarital agreement and what you need to consider before approaching your fianc? with the documents. Harris Interactive recently found that 36 percent of adults think prenuptials make smart financial sense and that it is strictly a business matter void of any personal accusations against the other. With this book in hand, you will discover different tips and techniques to start the prenuptial conversation without ruining the romance of your marriage. You will learn about the different types of property at stake in a marriage and the problems that could arise with your property and assets in the event of a divorce. You will also grasp the key factors you need to consider when deciding on a premarital agreement, such as if this if your first marriage, if you have children from previous marriages, or if you and your spouse are business or investment partners. We spent hundreds of hours interviewing personal finance experts and attorneys specializing in prenuptials, as well as couples who have premarital agreements and those who have written them without an attorney, giving you real-life examples of the best way to approach writing your own premarital agreement. The companion CD-ROM includes all of the forms you need to successfully write and file your premarital agreement, including how to outline your assets and liabilities, the required signature certificates, and a Ratification of Prenuptial Agreement form, as well as a sample agreement in Microsoft? Word allowing you to easily adapt it for you and your fianc?. The CD-ROM also contains the forms you would need if you have substantial assets that need to be protected. Whether you are recently engaged or quickly approaching your wedding day and are considering having a premarital agreement, How to Write Your Own Simple Premarital Agreement Without a Lawyer will help you through sail through the process without relying on an attorney.