What Is a “Poor Man’s” Prenup?
A poor man’s prenup, just keeping things in your own name, sounds clever. Here is why it is not a reliable substitute for the real thing, which is now affordable.
Prenup FAQs
Quick answers to the questions couples ask most: expiry, changes, privacy, signing, registration, pets, tax and more.
Can You Get a Prenup When Cohabiting?
Already living together and planning to marry? You can still get a prenup. Here is how it works for cohabiting couples, and why marriage changes your legal position.
Is My Old / Existing Prenup Still Valid?
Signed a prenup years ago? It may no longer reflect your life. Here is how to check whether your existing prenup still holds up, and how to refresh it if not.
Hiding Assets in a Prenup: What Happens?
What happens if a partner hides assets when making a prenup? It can sink the whole agreement. Here is why full and frank disclosure is non-negotiable.
Can a Prenup Be Backdated?
Tempted to backdate a prenup to avoid the last-minute look? Do not. Here is why backdating is a serious mistake, and the honest alternatives if time is short.
Does a Prenup Need to Be Notarised in the UK?
Do you need a notary for a UK prenup? No. Here is what actually matters when signing, where the notary idea comes from, and how to execute a prenup properly.
Can a Prenup Be Signed Electronically?
Can you e-sign a prenup? It is an evolving area, but for a deed the safest route is wet ink, witnessed in person. Here is why, and how to sign a prenup properly.
Is a Prenuptial Agreement a Public Record?
Will your prenup show up on any public register? No. Here is why a prenuptial agreement stays private, and the one situation where it is disclosed.