Getting Married in 2026? Why You Need a Prenup Before the Wedding
New Year is coming. And for some of you, 2026 means a wedding. You're excited. You're planning. You're thinking about the dress, the venue, the honeymoon.
And somewhere in the back of your mind, you're probably thinking, "Should we get a prenup?"
The answer is probably yes. And here's why you should do it now, before the wedding planning chaos hits.
Why December is the Perfect Time to Talk About Prenups
Because you're calm. You're not in the middle of wedding planning stress. You're not worried about flowers or seating charts. You're just thinking about your future and what you want it to look like.
That's the perfect time to have a prenup conversation.
New Year, New Marriage: Setting Yourself Up for Success
Getting married in 2026? Congratulations! Now let's make sure you're set up for success. And that includes a prenup conversation.
Here's what I want you to know: a prenup isn't about not trusting your partner. It's about being smart. It's about saying, "I love you, and I want to protect both of us."
What Changes When You're Getting Married in 2026
Everything, honestly. When you're married, finances get combined. Property becomes marital property. If you have kids, they're automatically part of the same family unit. If something happens, and it's a big if, but it's a real if, your spouse has legal rights to your assets.
A prenup says, "Here's what I'm bringing to this marriage. Here's what you're bringing. Here's how we handle it if things change."
Who Needs a Prenup Before Getting Married?
Anyone with kids from a previous relationship
Anyone who owns a business
Anyone with significant assets or debt
Anyone whose family has money
Anyone who wants clarity about finances before marriage
Anyone, honestly, who wants to start their marriage on solid ground
The Prenup Conversation (For Real This Time)
Here's how to actually do this:
Don't spring it on them. Pick a calm moment. Say, "Hey, I want to talk about something important. It might feel weird, but it's important to me." Pause. Let them breathe.
Explain why it matters. "I have [situation]. I want to make sure that [important thing] is protected. And I want to make sure you're protected too. I think a prenup makes sense. What do you think?"
Listen. Don't get defensive. Let them ask questions. Some people have never heard of a prenup before and they have questions.
Get a lawyer involved. Both of you should have separate attorneys. Yes, it costs money. But it's way cheaper than fixing a bad prenup or a messy divorce later.
Do it before the wedding. You don't want to be signing legal documents the week before your wedding. Do it now. Before the holiday rush. Before the wedding planning stress.
Real Talk: What Makes a Good Prenup
It's fair to both sides
Both parties actually understand it and agreed to it
It's in writing and signed by both parties (separately, ideally with attorneys)
It addresses the things that matter to you (business, kids, assets, whatever)
It's not too one-sided or it won't hold up if you actually need it
The Holiday-to-Wedding Timeline
December: Have the prenup conversation
January: Meet with attorneys
February: Finalize the prenup
Spring: Get married knowing you're both protected
That's a solid timeline. That's smart planning.
Why This Matters for 2026
2026 is a fresh start. It's a new year. It's a new marriage. Start it right. Start it with clarity. Start it with protection. Start it with love, because that's what a prenup actually is.
Ready to Start 2026 Right?
If you're getting married in 2026 and you want to have a prenup conversation, let's talk. No judgment. No shame. Just smart planning.
Schedule a consultation. We'll talk about what makes sense for your situation and how to approach it with your partner. Let's make sure you're both starting this marriage on solid ground.
