Yours, Mine, Ours or Theirs?
A prenuptial agreement helps the parties to a second marriage agree in advance of the wedding on how assets and liabilities will be handled.
Florida couples contemplating a second marriage are advised to consider the many types of assets that each party will bring into a marriage, including:
- Automobiles or boats
- Business interests
- Cash, stocks and bonds
- Furniture and furnishings
- Jewelry
- Life insurance
- Real estate
- Retirement plans
The liability that each party bears is of equal importance. Common obligations include:
- Auto loans
- Bank or credit union loans
- Child support or tuition
- Credit card accounts
- Residential or commercial mortgages
Download our fact sheet on Prenuptial Agreements in Second Marriages to learn more.
Quick Facts about Florida Divorce and Second Marriages
Over 80,000 couples get divorced in Florida every year. While most marriages last about 10 years, in 2010 there were almost 6,000 divorces among Florida couples married 25 to 40 years or more. As these people remarry, managing the second marriage becomes complicated with the presence of children, assets, and business interests.
Contact a Fort Lauderdale Divorce Attorney
If you have questions about a prenuptial agreement for a first or second marriage, contact Fort Lauderdale divorce attorney Marcy Resnik. You can contact her online or call her at 954-321-0176.
