Before looking at why should you opt for a postnuptial agreement, it is important to understand what a postnuptial agreement is and what it can and cannot do. Essentially a postnuptial agreement is like a prenuptial agreement except the agreement is contracted following or after marriage rather than before the marriage takes place. Both agreements must be in writing signed by both parties, witnessed, and notarized. Neither party can pressure or force the other party to sign, and both parties must have the same level of professional guidance. Should either party not speak or understand English, there must be an interpreter present at the signing, and the agreement must be read and explained in the language of the needful party.

I’m a lover of profound quotes. And, one of my favorites is “Poverty is the parent of crime and revolution.” That one came from Aristotle all the way back in ancient Athens. But it’s every bit as true and profound today as it was back in 350 BC.