It’s also a legal contract that binds two people together in many aspects of life, including finances. Plan today for peace of mind tomorrow Marriage is so much more than a great wedding. If you and your spouse can’t agree on how to divide assets and debts in the event of a split, the state might end up making decisions for you. Fortunately, you can use the guidance and forms in this book to create a customized prenuptial agreement that addresses how to: shield each other from debts take care of children from a previous marriage clarify financial responsibilities protect hard-earned assets, and much more.