As a WOMAN who has earned her own income ..
I'm also someone who is a homeowner too
(amongst other things) ..
considering that I've worked very hard all my life ..
IF the situation ever was to come up again ..
(gasp .. broaching the topic of marriage/engagement)
I'd INSIST that there be put in place a Strong Pre-NUP
(outlining what each has prior to the marriage .. and what our responsibilities will be in terms of finances for the future joint household)
This is for peace of mind ..
protection of what one's earned through their personal effort ..
and respecting your choice of partner ..
(*effectively removes any perception that perhaps one or the other is gold-digging)
Ladies: Would you sign a Pre-Nup?
C-ZAR™, Emperor of the PHÆT
2012/08/20 05:57:00
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I was watching "Seinfeld" where George was trying to get out of Marrying Susan, and Kramer suggested he ask her to sign one, citing "Most women are so offended at the thought, they back out of the Marriage" and Elaine stated she would not sign one either, would you?
It would be nice if the words "till death do us part" actually, you know, mean something anymore.
I've been married for 24 years and 2 weeks, thanks. And NO, I didn't have a pre-nup.
Contrary to your supposition, I tend to take my vows very seriously.
I'm also someone who is a homeowner too
(amongst other things) ..
considering that I've worked very hard all my life ..
IF the situation ever was to come up again ..
(gasp .. broaching the topic of marriage/engagement)
I'd INSIST that there be put in place a Strong Pre-NUP
(outlining what each has prior to the marriage .. and what our responsibilities will be in terms of finances for the future joint household)
This is for peace of mind ..
protection of what one's earned through their personal effort ..
and respecting your choice of partner ..
(*effectively removes any perception that perhaps one or the other is gold-digging)
You shouldn't get married, then.
And if you need something to "effective remove the perception of gold-digging," then that means something else altogether is completely effed-up.
no deception at all .. with the intentions of the other ..
Been down the path of dealing with divorce ..
(and my ex .. my goodness .. HE definitely was scum .. a gold-digger .. hid everything about his past .. and his family also hid everything that was wrong with him too .. )
I'm more encouraged .. by those willing to be up front and open .. and willing to OPENLY talk about their life plans (including their plans for the future of the Marital Union ..
before tying the 'knot' ..
One should be FULLY Aware of what (and WHOM) you are joining to/with ..
their values .. their morals .. all areas of DAILY LIFE
(including Financial Goals .. as well as emotional and if they've got any propensity for violence or abuse .. (Check the FAMILY History carefully))