If you’re bringing heirlooms, a family home, a trust interest, or future inheritances into a marriage, a New York prenup can protect those assets while still feeling fair.
What to protect—and how
- Existing assets: confirm as separate property and list them in an exhibit.
- Future inheritances and gifts: keep them separate by agreement.
- Appreciation and income: decide whether growth stays separate and how joint contributions are handled.
When a spouse contributes
Use reimbursement or buyout language for sweat equity, renovations, or covering carrying costs on a separate‑property home.
Documentation makes the difference
- Attach exhibits with brief descriptions and account references.
- Keep records of improvements, major purchases, and debt payments.
Next steps
General information, not legal advice. Ask a New York attorney about your specific assets.
