Asked in Family Law for Texas

Q: Can my boyfriend and I marry in Texas with a prenup that will allow us to keep our finances, assets completely separate?

We've lived together 10 years. We are in our 60's and both own a lifetimes worth of assets. Additionally, our philosophies regarding finance handling are radically different. We laugh about our differences.

We love each other and want to make it official by marrying but neither of us wants ANYTHING to do with one another's finances or assets (homes, retirement accounts.) Is it possible to have a prenup made that allows us to maintain 100% independence from one another's "stuff" but still be a legally married couple? We live in Texas and it's a community property state.

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Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
Answered
  • Houston, TX
  • Licensed in Texas

A: Yes, and I think it is a great idea,

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