by Jourdan Stewart | Apr 2, 2024 | cohabitation, Communication, marriage
Texas is one of the few states that still allows common-law marriage. In the great state of Texas, common law marriage is legally referred to as “informal marriage,” but it means the same thing as common law marriage, that is, being considered married without...
by Julia Rodgers | Aug 17, 2022 | Relationships, Second Marriages, Texas Prenups
The beginning stages of a relationship are invigorating. As you share new experiences with each other, everything is a fun and exciting time. This “honeymoon” phase is normal and happens to many new couples. As you progress through the first couple months of your new...
by Julia Rodgers | Aug 8, 2022 | Relationships, Second Marriages, Texas Prenups
In relationships as in life, things are not always black and white. When someone is consistently displaying blatantly toxic behavior, it’s easy to condemn them…but it’s a lot harder when we’re talking about thinking, feeling, nuanced human beings whose personalities...
by Julia Rodgers | Apr 12, 2022 | Prenuptial Agreements, Relationships, Second Marriages
What if it doesn’t work out? Many of us can recall our parents’ messy divorces. We can recall bitter words shot back and forth across a formerly peaceful dinner table and heavy conversations that hit us like a train. Some of us can even recall being called into court...
by Julia Rodgers | Apr 6, 2022 | Prenuptial Agreements, Relationships, Wedding
Did you know that the average cost of a wedding in the USA in 2019 was $28,000 (Knueven, 2021)? For many, that could be the equivalent of about one year of income. It’s enough for a 2-year career break traveling and adventuring in affordable tropical countries, a new...