Ready for Baby? Considerations for Same-Sex Couples with Kids
Many same-sex couples have children or are planning to have them in the future. Some enter the relationship with kids from a previous marriage or union, while others may look to adopt or use a surrogate. If you are in a same-sex relationship and looking to add to your family, there are some things you […]
Continue reading ›How Much Life Insurance Do My Partner and I Need?
Same-sex couples need to look at life insurance even more so than their heterosexual counterparts. With so many unknowns when it comes to the legal ramifications of civil unions and domestic partnerships, life insurance should be an integral part of every same-sex couple’s financial planning process. Life insurance should not be treated as a one-size-fits-all […]
Continue reading ›Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements for Same-Sex Couples
Although some same-sex couples may not want to admit it, divorce may be on the horizon for them. It’s the unfortunate reality in today’s world. With ambiguous laws and some states still not realizing certain types of civil unions, the division of assets could be much hazier when it comes to same-sex couples separating. If […]
Continue reading ›The Importance of Beneficiary Designations, Especially in Same-Sex Couples
The Importance of Beneficiary Designations, Especially in Same-Sex Couples The last time you purchased a life insurance policy or set up a retirement account, do you remember who you designated as your beneficiary? As your life changes, your beneficiaries may need to change, too. They should be reviewed periodically, if not annually, to ensure that […]
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