: Pre-determining whether alimony will be paid and, if so, the amount or duration. Navigating the "Prenup Talk"
: Deciding who is responsible for pre-existing debts, such as student loans, so they don’t become a shared burden. Prenup
A prenuptial agreement, or "prenup," is a written contract created by two people before they are married. It typically lists all of the property each person owns (assets) and any debts they owe, and it specifies what their financial rights will be upon the end of the marriage—whether by divorce or death. Core Components of a Prenup Most agreements focus on several key financial pillars: : Pre-determining whether alimony will be paid and,