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Since Valentine’s Day is a common marriage proposal date, it seems an appropriate date to talk about, yes, prenuptial agreements.

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Prenuptial agreements get a bad rap and carry a mostly negative stigma because they are associated with one spouse wanting to protect assets from the other upon a termination of the marriage by death or divorce. That may be one purpose, but these agreements <em>can be so much more</em>. They can:

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To achieve these positive benefits, you must be very thoughtful and intentional about <em>how </em>you approach the topic, the agreement and its negotiation.

Finally, keep in mind that the end goal is to get married and to have a happy marriage. The agreement should strengthen, not weaken, your relationship and partnership.

Contact your Warner attorney or Susie Meyers to learn more about creating a positive outcome from your prenuptial agreement discussions.

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“Roses are Red, Violets are Blue”—Approaching Prenuptial Agreements Positively

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“Roses are Red, Violets are Blue”—Approaching Prenuptial Agreements Positively

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