A prenuptial agreement is not compulsory; but it is becoming increasingly common especially if one or both parties were previously married or had children, one party possesses considerable wealth or income, one party is indebted or intends to incur significant debt, one or both parties are full or partial owners of a business, or if either party had significant assets before they were married. It is still considered somewhat taboo to discuss prenuptial agreements, many believing that it is ‘unlucky’ to think about a divorce even before getting married. We however take the practical view that it is best to be clear on financial matters. Couples often find that they have different perspectives on financial matters after marriage and this is often the source of discontent.