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The guidance outlines key enforceability requirements: the agreement must be in writing, entered into voluntarily without duress or undue influence, and reflect fair disclosure and understanding of impacts on rights under state law. 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It often marks the beginning of a grand journey to places couples have yet to encounter, whether buying a first home, moving to a new state, or starting a family. And like any good adventure, the twists and turns that lie in store can’t be predicted with total certainty. That makes healthy communication and a mutual understanding of theresources at a couple’s disposal crucial.  \nOne way to build this essential foundation is through a prenuptial agreement.1 By providing an opportunity to discuss weighty—and sometimes uncomfortable—topics, a prenuptial agreement can serve as a valuable resource. Others liken it to a roadmap for the journey ahead, encouraging couples to dream about their future lifestyle and ambitions, while fostering the creation of a financial plan supporting their long-term goals.  \nAs soon as I saw you, I knew an adventure was going to happen.  \n—Winnie the Pooh  \n1 Also known as a “premarital agreement” or an “antenuptial agreement.”  \nBernstein Private Wealth Management 2  \nRules of the Road  \nTo better understand how a prenuptial agreement can strengthen a couple’s union, let’s first consider its basic requirements. These agreements typically have a broad mandate to address a variety of financial matters—including property rights and support obligations during and at the end of a marriage—but cannot address the care or support of a couple’s children.2 Subject to individual states’ laws, a prenuptial agreement should adhere to the following general guidelines:3  \n• The agreement only applies to couples who are not married upon entering into it.4 When signed by a married couple, the agreement is known as a “postnuptial agreement,” which may be subject to different state laws regarding enforcement. Couples who currently reside in or have previously lived in a state that recognizes common law marriage5 should consider whether they are already regarded as married under state law prior to executing a prenuptial agreement.  \n• The agreement should be in writing.6 Historically, agreements made in contemplation of marriage were required to be written down and many state statutes that govern modern-day prenuptial agreements have adopted similar requirements.7 Some states require additional execution formalities, such as acknowledgement, witnesses, and recording in public records where appropriate, depending on the agreement’s specific provisions.8  \n• The couple must enter into an agreement voluntarily and free from duress or undue influence.9 This means that the parties must be able to exercise free will in executing the agreement and must not attempt to mislead to their own advantage.10 To determine whether a prenuptial agreement meets this standard, a court will typically look at the circumstances surrounding the agreement’s negotiation and execution. As such, couples considering a prenuptial agreement should begin discussing the agreement’s terms as soon as possible after deciding to get married. Signing the agreement days before the wedding may not impact the agreement’s enforceability if the couple engaged in lengthy negotiations beforehand.  \n• The parties should understand both the agreement’s terms and their impact.11 For example, the couple should provide eachother with an accurate description of all property and financial obligations. While an express waiver of such disclosure maybe permitted under some state laws, this trade of information supports a finding that the couple voluntarily entered into the agreement with a sufficient understanding of its impact. Additionally, parties should each work with independent legal counsel to fully understand how the agreement will alter their respective rights under state law. Again, a party may decide to waive this opportunity but the provision of both time and resources to work with counsel serves as a salient indicator of the agreement’s fairness a","cbCaiiVn7IcA3x3g","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiiVn7IcA3x3g","pdf",6059910,"English","# Rules of the Road\n## Basic requirements for enforceability\n## Key limitations and fairness standards","[{\"question\":\"What financial topics can a prenuptial agreement typically address?\",\"answer\":\"It generally addresses financial matters such as property rights and support obligations during and at the end of a marriage. It cannot address the care or support of the couple’s children.\"},{\"question\":\"When is a prenuptial agreement not applicable, and what is a postnuptial agreement?\",\"answer\":\"A prenuptial agreement only applies to couples who are not married when they enter into it. 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