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Old 11-08-2010, 08:08 PM   #222
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Originally Posted by J pold View Post
OK I agree with this, or at least I don't disagree with it.


Here is where you lose me. I'm not married and far from an expert but isn't the legal part kind of a big deal? Certainly more than a formality. I'm a economic thinker and most of my rational decisions are based around money, cost, and the value of my time. The idea that someone, other than myself, could have an equal share of the wealth that I've created for myself is highly unappealing. I know that sounds selfish, and well , it probably is but it's a reality none the less. If I do ever get married one thing is for sure, a prenuptial agreement is in order.
I didn't know you were wealthy.

As I understand it, in Alberta, after two people have lived together for 3 years, they are considered common-law, and the assets would be split.
So, married or not, He/She gets half... Prenup or not.
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