Texas is a community property state in which assets accumulated by spouses during marriage are regarded as the property of both spouses. The only assets that will not be divided between the spouses are those brought into the marriage by a spouse, along with...
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Month: January 2015
Prenuptial agreement may help avoid disputes in property division
Whenever a Texas couple gets married, the future is a mystery. While many people may focus on their dreams, reality is often far removed. Modern young couples often bring significant assets into a marriage, but even if they don't, they may build up a successful...
Prenuptial agreement to address issues related to step-families
When Texas couples consider marriage that involves two existing families, they may have many unique issues that need to be addressed prior to getting married. Research into social trends shows that 40 percent of adults in the United States have a step-relative --...
Chris Rock’s prenuptial agreement is no longer valid
Many couples in Texas understand the need for a prenuptial agreement, along with the importance of competent legal advice when such an agreement is drafted. However, how many people remember to review their prenuptial agreement every few years? Revisiting one's...