Prenup vs Will: Do You Need Both?
A prenup handles divorce; a will handles death. They are not alternatives — for most couples the answer is both. Here is how the two documents differ, why marriage makes a will urgent, and how to keep them aligned.
Prenup Guides & Advice
Guides and advice on prenuptial agreements in England & Wales, from the team behind UK Prenup's £199 online prenuptial agreement
Divorce With No Prenup: What Happens If You Don’t Have One?
No prenup? Then a court decides how your finances are divided on divorce, with wide discretion and far less certainty. Here is what that actually means, how the court divides things, and how a prenup changes the picture.
UK vs US Prenuptial Agreements: Key Differences
American prenups work differently from UK ones. Here are the key differences — chiefly that US prenups are generally binding contracts, while UK prenups carry significant weight but are not automatic — and what that means if you have a US frame of reference.
Prenup vs Separation Agreement
A prenup looks ahead before marriage; a separation agreement deals with the present when a couple actually splits up. Here is how the two documents compare, how a court treats each, and which applies to your situation.
Prenup vs Declaration of Trust
A declaration of trust fixes who owns what share of a property; a prenup is broader and made for marriage. Here is how they differ, why marriage changes the picture, and why buying couples often need both.
How to Talk to Your Partner About a Prenup
Bringing up a prenup is the hardest part for most couples. Here is how to talk to your partner about it calmly, kindly and early — so it brings you closer, not apart.
Is a Prenup Unromantic? Reframing the Conversation
Worried a prenup is unromantic? Here is a kinder way to see it — as an honest, caring conversation that many couples find actually strengthens their relationship.
Does Wanting a Prenup Mean You Expect Divorce?
Does asking for a prenup mean you're planning to fail? Not at all. Here is why wanting a prenup is about preparation, not pessimism.