Almost everyone has some type of asset: Regardless of whether an asset is personal or business owned, if it was acquired prior to the marriage, and you plan on continuing to own them during the marriage, it is advisable to get a prenup. In the event of a divorce, a prenup will dictate the distribution (or lack thereof) of premarital assets. A prenup also allows the original owner of said asset to retain it. In the event of a divorce, not only does this help to expedite the divorce process, since there is nothing to debate, but it also alleviates any stress or worry that you may not be able to keep the asset.
Divorce proceedings can take longer if finances need to be discussed: Since so many married couples end up co-mingling assets and other properties, it can be difficult to trace what is separate property and what is joint. A prenup can address whether or not there will be spousal support in the event of divorce, once again resolving a frequently battled topic without court intervention. Once again it helps to expedite the divorce process and alleviate any stress of ownership over the item. It is important to keep in mind, however, that the prenup must be deemed “fair” by the court at the time it is enforced.
Today, nearly half of all marriages end in divorce: Although it may not be the most romantic move, and brings into the realm of possibility that divorce can happen, it is important to protect yourself and your assets, since no one can predict how a marriage will turn out. Moreover, in the event of a divorce, you want to have some financial backing to fall on, as expenses and financial responsibilities can change drastically as a result of divorce.
Since the possibility of divorce exists, a prenup is a wise move because financial distribution is one of the most complicated and dragged out matters in a divorce, and having it figured out beforehand would be preferred. Ultimately, the prenuptial marriage agreement will spell out how the financial aspects of the marriage are to be dealt with, without the need for discourse in the courtroom, and removes all ambiguity.