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Checklist:
10 Questions Every Woman in a Second Marriage Should Ask Before Saying "I Do"
Use this Checklist to start an open, informed conversation about protecting your wealth, your business, and your children
The left side of this checklist outlines the major talking point while the right side of this checklist provides clarity and help with the actual conversation. Feel free to use it as is or to adjust the prompts to meet your needs. If any of these questions spark some concern or feel unanswered between you, our Blended-Family Shield prenup may be perfectly tailored to resolve your concerns.
What premarital assets do we each bring into the marriage, and should they remain separate property?
Clarify bank accounts, real estate, investments, and valuables acquired before the wedding
How will we protect the inheritances of children from prior relationships?
Decide whether a revocable trust, beneficiary designations, or specific prenup language will secure each child's share.
Do either of us own or plan to own a business, and how will its value be treated in divorce or death?
Shield ownership interests with a prenup clause and coordinated buy-sell agreements.
What happens to retirement accounts and pensions earned before and during the marriage?
Specify whether account growth remains separate or shared, and address survivor benefits.
Which debts or financial obligations are we each bringing into the marriage?
Prevent surprises by allocating responsibility for loans, credit cards, or tax liabilities.
How should post-marital appreciation of separate assets be handled?
Decide if future increases in value, like home equity or portfolio gains, stay separate or become marital property.
How should post-marital appreciation of separate assets be handled?
Decide if future increases in value, like home equity or portfolio gains, stay separate or become marital property.
Decide if future increases in value, like home equity or portfolio gains, stay separate or become marital property?
If one spouse moves into the other's home, outline occupancy rights, mortgage payments, and equity.
What is our plan for spousal support or alimony if the marriage ends?
Setting clear expectations now helps avoid contentious litigation later.
How will we resolve disputes-mediation, arbitration, or court?
A dispute-resolution clause can save time, cost, and emotional strain.
Have we updated our wills, trusts, and powers of attorney to align with the prenup?
Estate documents must coordinate with your agreement to avoid conflicts and probate delays.
If any of these questions feel unanswered-or spark new concerns-consider our Blended-Family Shield: a flat-fee, 30-day package that combines a custom prenup with a fully funded revocable trust.
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