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• 241 Education What if things change after I get my prenup? Consider potential life changes when creating your prenup. First helps couples address evolving needs and priorities.
  First Editorial Team · May 9, 2024
• 242 Planning The Complete Prenup Checklist: What to Cover Before You Sign A complete prenup checklist: the conversation to have first, the disclosure both partners owe, 72 decisions to make together, and what your state requires.
  Sarah Kauffman · Oct 6, 2026
• 243 Planning How long does it take to get a prenup? If your wedding is 90, 30, 14, or even 7 days away, a legally sound prenup is still within reach, but only if you move now and understand exactly what each window allows.
  Libby Leffler · Aug 21, 2026
• 244 Trends How doing a prenup can actually be romantic In a world where relationships are often idealized, a prenup represents a refreshingly honest and practical expression of love.
  First Editorial Team · Apr 2, 2024
• 245 Planning The Top States for Getting a Prenup Here are the top five states known for their favorable treatment of prenups.
  First Editorial Team · Jun 9, 2026
• 246 Education The Future of Prenups Prenup perceptions are shifting from skepticism to acceptance as couples embrace modern approaches to marriage planning.
  First Editorial Team · Apr 2, 2024
• 247 Planning Do We Need a Prenup if We Both Have Wills? While having a will is a crucial aspect of estate planning, it's not the only tool couples should consider for securing their finances.
  First Editorial Team · Mar 14, 2024
• 248 Education Community Property vs. Separate Property Understanding property ownership in marriage is essential to maintain financial transparency and harmony within the relationship.
  First Editorial Team · Mar 14, 2024
• 249 Education Should I Create a Prenup if I Have No Assets? Learn how prenups can help anyone, even individuals with no assets.
  First Editorial Team · Mar 14, 2024
• 250 Prenup Basics What is the Purpose of Prenups? Prenups serve as invaluable tools for protecting assets by clearly delineating what constitutes separate and marital property.
  First Editorial Team · Mar 14, 2024
• 251 Prenup Basics What happens if you have a prenup? Financial transparency and planning help couples embark on marriage with confidence and a sturdy foundation.
  First Editorial Team · Mar 14, 2024
• 252 Trends Navigating Marriage as an Entrepreneur: Protecting Your Business, Equity, and Founder Income Under California law, appreciation in a separately owned business driven by an owner's effort during marriage can become community property (Pereira v. Pereira, 1909).
  Liz Federowicz, Esq. · Jul 28, 2026
• 253 Education What if my Partner Can't Afford a Prenup? Traditional two-attorney prenups cost $3,000 to $10,000 or more per couple. First makes prenups affordable when budgets are tight.
  First Editorial Team · Oct 7, 2026
• 254 Prenup Basics What Happens to My Assets if I End Up Divorcing? Without a prenup, asset division depends on negotiation or a judge's decision. Prenups provide clarity and control.
  First Editorial Team · Mar 14, 2024
• 255 Trends Prenups for Athletes: Short Careers, Irregular Income, and NIL Deals The median wage for U.S. athletes and sports competitors was $70,280 in 2023, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and most pro careers last well under six years.
  Liz Federowicz, Esq. · Jul 28, 2026
• 256 Education The Right Way to Talk to Your Partner About a Prenup A step-by-step guide on how to bring up the subject of a prenup to your partner.
  First Editorial Team · Mar 14, 2024
• 257 Education What are the origins of the prenuptial agreement? How long have prenups been around? Learn the origins of the prenuptial agreement and more in this article.
  First Editorial Team · Mar 14, 2024
• 258 Education The Psychology of Getting a Prenup Drafting prenups helps couples understand each other's priorities, fostering deeper alignment for their marital journey.
  First Editorial Team · Mar 14, 2024
• 259 Planning Do I need a Lawyer to Get a Prenup in California? One of the main reasons for involving a lawyer is to ensure that your prenup is enforceable.
  First Editorial Team · Mar 13, 2024
• 260 Planning How do I know if a prenup is right for me? Prenups aren't just for the rich and famous—anyone planning for the future and making smart money moves can benefit.
  First Editorial Team · Mar 13, 2024
• 261 Education How Much Does a Prenup Cost? A Complete 2026 Price Breakdown Traditional attorney-drafted prenups typically run $3,000 to $10,000+ per couple, while flat-fee online platforms start around $649 including notarization, according to the 2025 Clio Legal Trends Report and Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data.
  Libby Leffler · Oct 7, 2026
• 262 Planning 8 things you aren't discussing before your wedding Here are eight things you probably aren't discussing with your partner before the big day.
  First Editorial Team · Mar 13, 2024
• 263 Planning What If My Partner Doesn't Want to Get a Prenup? Have open, honest conversations about prenup concerns and motivations before diving into the legal details.
  First Editorial Team · Mar 13, 2024
• 264 Education Prenups and digital assets Who gets your Bitcoin or Facebook memories? Don't scramble for answers post-breakup—address digital assets now.
  First Editorial Team · Mar 13, 2024
• 265 Education Are Prenups Just for the Wealthy? What the Data Says About Who Signs Prenups are financial self-protection for two-earner couples, and women now initiate about half the agreements First facilitates, per First 2026 data.
  Sarah Kauffman · Sep 16, 2026
• 266 Trends Prenups & Gender Dynamics More women in leadership roles and financial success makes protecting assets increasingly important for all genders.
  First Editorial Team · Mar 8, 2024
• 267 Law Demystified Can I Get a Prenup with Just One Lawyer in California? A key reason for having two lawyers in a prenup is to ensure each party gets independent legal advice and full understanding
  First Editorial Team · Jul 11, 2026
• 268 Trends Prenuptial Agreements: Hollywood vs. Reality From silver screen glamour to everyday legality, unravel the myths and realities of prenuptial agreements.
  First Editorial Team · Mar 7, 2024
• 269 Education Are Prenups Always Lopsided? Explore the intricacies of marital agreements and their effects on financial fairness.
  First Editorial Team · Mar 7, 2024
• 270 Planning How To Bring Up Prenups With Your Partner Approach prenup conversations with sensitivity, honesty, and empathy for constructive discussions and mutual decisions.
  First Editorial Team · Mar 7, 2024