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The major benefit of a postnup is that it can be used if the couple does not have a prenup but it later seems like a good idea. A postnup can be used to address concerns raised by a significant change such as an inheritance received by one of the partners.

Essentially, a postnup is a pre-divorce agreement where you can specify details about divorce settlement issues such as asset division, spousal support, and debt distribution ? all before any legal proceedings occur.

You could face a disadvantage by drafting your own postnup if you make mistakes that void the document or make it illegal to enforce. They must be voluntarily entered into, meet appropriate legal requirements, and include full disclosure of the finances of each partner.

A postnuptial agreement does exactly the same thing, only it is created during your marriage rather than beforehand. So, if you are married and don't have a prenuptial agreement in place, entering into a post-nuptial agreement during your marriage can also significantly influence a subsequent divorce settlement.

Post-nups should be made in writing and be signed by both parties, with two witnesses present. The agreement should set out all financial assets and debts of the marriage, explaining how these are to be distributed in the event of a divorce, dissolution of civil partnership or death.

In a postnup, the parties can discuss the spousal support obligation of the ?monied spouse? upon divorce. The couple can set out a specific amount of support in the event of a divorce, remain silent on the issue, or waive support completely.