How to prevent trouble when asking for a prenuptial agreement

On Behalf of | Jul 31, 2018 | Uncategorized |

Asking for a prenuptial agreement can be scary, as you don’t want to anger your partner in advance of your wedding day.

Even so, if you know that a prenuptial agreement is important to you, it’s a conversation you must bring to light as soon as possible.

Here are some of the many things you can do to prevent trouble when asking for a prenuptial agreement:

  • Don’t beat around the bush: You don’t need to tiptoe around the conversation. You want to get to the point, showing your partner that you are serious about having a meaningful conversation.
  • Choose the right time: It’s hard to find the right time to discuss a prenuptial agreement, but you don’t want to jump the gun and blurt it out the first chance you get. For example, asking for a prenuptial agreement when shopping for wedding invitations is sure to kill the mood.
  • Discuss the benefits to both individuals: It’s a common mistake to make the conversation all about yourself. You need to explain that a prenuptial agreement will benefit both individuals, not just you.
  • Ask questions: Rather than make this a one-sided conversation, ask questions so your partner feels involved. Just the same, make sure you’re open to answering any questions that come your way. There’s nothing wrong with having open dialog as you work through the details.
  • Talk about your true feelings: Your partner will want to know why you’re asking for a prenuptial agreement. Don’t hide your true feelings, as doing so will only make things worse. If you’re concerned about what will happen to certain assets in the event of divorce, perhaps because you lived through this with your own parents, don’t hesitate to share your thoughts.

Doing these things when asking for a prenuptial agreement can help prevent trouble. And when you prevent trouble, you’re more likely to create an agreement that suits both individuals.

Since it can take a good amount of time to settle on all the details, don’t hesitate to have this conversation as soon as possible. Trying to figure everything out a few days or weeks before your wedding will cause stress that you don’t need.

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