Divorce Data by Region In 2019, there were 2,015,603 marriages in the United States. That’s A LOT of wedding cake! That same year, there were 746,971 divorces (in 45 reporting states, including Washington, D.C.). That’s a lot of paperwork and headache. Even amicable...
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New Jersey Prenup Info & Divorce Statutes You’ve dined at an impressive number of diners, you’ve gone seaside and visited the boardwalk so many times you could walk it backwards and blindfolded, and your GTL game is always on point. Now that you two are about to...
Breaking News: Voting in 2020 Is as Important for Your Future as a Prenup
In the midst of National Voter Registration Day, we wanted to take a minute to cover the ins and outs of voting in this year’s election. While it’s no doubt that the 2020 election cycle has unusually high stakes, the ongoing global pandemic is adding another layer of...
Signed a Prenup & Now Facing Divorce? Here’s What You Need to Know
About 15% of U.S. marriages have a prenup. That means if you are part of the 15% crowd and get a divorce, you may have some questions. Like... what now? How do I “use” my prenup? Let’s back up a bit. A prenuptial agreement, or a prenup, is a document you can create...
What to Know About Prenups for Business Owners
In today's entrepreneurial landscape, prenuptial agreements are increasingly recognized as essential for business owners, serving as a vital safeguard for a lifetime of hard work and dedication to building a business. If you are a business owner, part of a family...
Prenuptial Agreements: The Financial Conversation We Need To Have
I wonder how famous the song ‘Chapel of Love’ by The Dixie Cups would have been if it sang, “Goin' to the chapel and we're, gonna get married... but let’s sign a prenup first, in case this doesn’t work out, honey!” Amidst all the excitement of planning your dream...
Prenups and Alimony: Can You Still Receive Spousal Support with a Prenup?
Alright, let's talk prenups and alimony – the oh-so-important stuff when it comes to tying the knot. Picture this: you're all starry-eyed, dreaming of the perfect wedding, but hold up, have you thought about what happens if things don't go as planned? That's where...
Is Gay Marriage Legal In All 50 States?
In 2015, Obergefell v. Hodges, a landmark decision by the US Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage in all 50 states. This pivotal ruling marked a significant victory for LGBTQ+ rights advocates and underscored the evolving landscape of marriage equality in the...
A Guide To NYC Marriage Licenses
Are you gearing up to exchange vows in the Big Apple? Congratulations! Before you take that next step, you’ll need to follow some basic legal procedures, including obtaining a marriage license. But what is a marriage license? Don’t worry–it’s not too difficult. This...
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1Invite your fiancé & fill out your individual questionnaires.We guide you through all of the topics that matter most to you and your partner. This includes separate & marital/community property, debt, pets, joint bank accounts, spousal support/alimony, gifts...
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Understanding Division of Living Trust in California Courts Without a Prenup
Dividing assets in a California divorce can be complicated, especially when a living trust is involved without a prenuptial agreement (a.k.a. a prenup). California courts typically include trusts in the marital estate for divorce unless a prenup says otherwise. ...
Should We Buy a House Before the Wedding? Pros and Cons
Let’s tackle a question many couples face on their journey to "happily ever after.” Should you buy a house before tying the knot or not? It's a major milestone and one that 74% of non-married millennials would say yes to, according to WalletJoy. Inevitably, it’s a big...
Money Habits: Are We a Match or Will Finances Cause Conflict?
Welcome to another deep dive into the world of personal finance and what it means for your relationship. Today, we're exploring a topic that's as crucial as it is fascinating: money compatibility. You may have found your perfect match - the yin to your yang, the...