massachusetts prenuptial law

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what can be included in a massachusetts prenuptial agreement?

A Massachusetts Pre-nuptial agreement can govern the use, ownership and disposition of real and personal property acquired both before and after the marriage, whether the marriage terminates by death of a spouse or a divorce.  

In the event of divorce, the pre-nuptial agreement may provide for a waiver of alimony or provide for amounts payable as taxable alimony or non-taxable support. The agreement may call for the amount of alimony paid or property conveyed to vary, depending upon financial circumstances or the length of the marriage. The amount of property to be received by the less-advantaged spouse usually increases with the length of the marriage.

Entering a valid agreement requires full disclosure of income, assets and debts. The financial data must be reviewed carefully before the substance of the agreement can be addressed meaningfully. A summary of income, assets (including such uncertain expectancies as inheritances or settlement of a law suit) and debts for each party should be attached to the agreement.

 

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