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Here’s why married couples might want to sign a postnuptial agreement

Vitapix | E+ | Getty ImagesWhile couples might sign a prenuptial agreement before they're married and a "post-nup" after, it's more than just the timing that differentiates these arrangements, experts say."It's a whole different ballgame once you're married," said Martin Shenkman, estate attorney with Shenkman Law in New York City."With a pre-nup, you have no obligation to a spouse," he explained. "With a post-nup, once you're married, you have a legal and fiduciary obligation to your spouse."Shenkman emphasized that it's…

Pairing up? How to know when it’s time to combine your finances

Hispanolistic | E+ | Getty ImagesMoney may not be top of mind if you're in love, but it deserves some serious consideration if you want a lasting relationship.A partnership that pools resources and shares expenses can be a very good thing for a relationship and for each other's financial well-being. However, different spending and saving habits can also be an enduring source of conflict for couples.From the point of view of managing household finances, sharing a joint bank account can make things a lot easier.More from…