Why is it important to talk about premarital assets before getting married? Let me share a story of a young woman with significant assets — including a strong 401(k) — whose fiancé had very little by comparison. Although a prenup may feel unromantic, in this situation, it would be a smart and practical step, which identifies what each person brings into the marriage and separates that from assets built together, providing clarity and protection.

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