Who Keeps the Family Pet in a Divorce?
Pets are important to families. According to research by the American Pet Products Association (APPA), about 71% of U.S. households own dogs and 53% own cats. Many families have multiple pets. You may look at your pet as a beloved family member and wonder how you will determine which spouse will keep the pet after divorce. Pets, unlike children, are not part of custody or visitation orders in a divorce.
Pets are Considered Property
Five Reasons to Have a Prenuptial Agreement
A prenuptial agreement is a contract that you and your fiancée enter into prior to your marriage. Many people dismiss a prenuptial agreement because they associate it with negative connotations or for other reasons. However, a prenup is a useful agreement that provides clarity and definition on issues for couples before they take their wedding vows. Here are five important reasons to put a prenuptial agreement in place before you get married.
A Prenup Gives Couples Financial Transparency
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