by Nicole Sheehey | Apr 30, 2025 | Postnup, Prenuptial Agreements
Did you know that even if you purposely write your spouse out of your will, they may still be able to take a portion of your money? Yes, that is thanks to a law known as “spousal elective share,” which basically allows a spouse to take some of your money when you die,...
by Nicole Sheehey | Apr 29, 2025 | Postnup
If you’re debating on getting a postnup, you might be thinking about whether or not they even work. Is the juice worth the squeeze? And it’s a great point. The good news is that if you follow your state laws, make sure your agreement is reasonable, and neither party...
by Nicole Sheehey | Apr 27, 2025 | Postnup
Life insurance? Postnups? What do these two things have in common? They’re both ways to protect yourself and your spouse (and potentially some other third parties) in the event of the unthinkable. There are several ways to address life insurance in a postnup,...
by Nicole Sheehey | Apr 22, 2025 | Postnup
Think postnuptial agreements are only for the mega-rich? Think again! That’s a common misconception we hear all the time. While postnups are often associated with protecting the ultra-wealthy, postnups offer valuable benefits to couples of all financial...
by Nicole Sheehey | Apr 15, 2025 | Postnup
One common misconception about postnuptial agreements (postnups) is that they are only for divorcing couples. That couldn’t be farther from the truth! In fact, postnups SHOULD NEVER be signed by divorcing couples. Instead, a divorcing couple should get a divorce...
by Nicole Sheehey | Apr 7, 2025 | Postnup
Postnups are on the rise. There’s no question about it. They are contracts you sign with your spouse during the marriage. They are meant to help promote marital harmony, so if you are already planning on getting a divorce, a postnup isn’t for you. However, sometimes,...