The Rise of the Millennial Prenup

Engaged? Congrats! Here’s when to consider a prenuptial agreement — and how to get started.

First comes love, then comes … prenup? If you’re a millennial, maybe. Prenuptial agreements, commonly known as prenups, are legal documents that outline how engaged couples will divide their assets if they divorce. And, in recent years, more millennials have been requesting them, according to a survey of matrimonial lawyers.

One likely reason: Millennials are marrying later than previous generations, with years to build up assets and debt on their own. “But when someone’s getting married in their 30s, there’s a different approach.” Read more