Prenuptial Agreements   
By Sally Manglicmot,creator of Weddings A Breeze 'Wedding Planning and Organizer Kit'.

Is it necessary? There are key reasons why a prenuptial agreement should be signed in case the uneventful occurs. The best recommendation is to consult with your attorney for proper advice. If one or both of the following circumstances fit you, it would be smart to obtain a prenuptial agreement. (1) One of you has a great amount of assets, and/or (2) one of you expects to receive a great inheritance.  If you are both young and don’t have many assets, then maybe a prenuptial isn’t right for you. The thought of such an agreement is very unromantic and may not be necessary. If this is your second or later marriage and you have collected assets or maybe run a business, you may wish to see your attorney for an agreement and advice.

Don’t sign a pre-nuptial agreement right before the wedding—make sure it is signed at least one week before the wedding. Otherwise, it appears that the agreement was signed under pressure and it will not be recognized in a court of law. Actually, just because you have an agreement doesn’t mean a court will recognize it as law. Your best bet is to hire a professional to help you through this tough assignment. A post-nuptial agreement is, well, like a second thought. As long as it defines the issues, and both parties agree and sign it with the assistance of an attorney, then it may help the couple work through their issues.

By Sally Manglicmot, creator of Weddings A Breeze 'Wedding Planning and Organizer Kit'.