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Prenups, postnups and separation agreements are often viewed only as protection in case a marriage ends. But the conversations behind these agreements can serve a much broader purpose. Talking openly about assets, debt, income, businesses, career plans and family responsibilities gives both partners the opportunity to express their expectations, concerns and needs—and decide what they want to build together.
This issue is also explored in a recent USA TODAY article examining the financial risks former “trad wives” faced after divorce. In the article, Catherine asks couples to consider an important question: “What if one party decides to stay at home?” Leaving the workforce to care for a family can affect income, retirement savings, professional growth and long-term financial independence. In this episode of the We Chat Divorce Podcast, Karen and Catherine explain why decisions like these require ongoing financial conversations, continued access to information and a clear understanding of how both spouses will remain financially protected as their lives and roles change.
Ready to begin the conversation? Download the listener companion worksheet for guided questions to help you review what you own, what you owe, what has changed and what you both need to understand moving forward.