Divorce w/o financial agreement

[RedSquirrelMoonlight]

I know it's recommended that couples get a financial agreement in place, but if you've decided to not have one, I'd like to know your experience.

For us, there were no kids or property (were renters) and we've each supported ourselves since separating 3 years ago. We each have assets in our own names, no assets ever shared.

It seems like a bother with the financial statement since we both consent to
Divorce and are staring the fee.

You could get a clean break order very cheaply online. It would protect you both in the future from any financial claims

It is incredibly easy and cheap to DIY the financials and get them rubber-stamped by court to prevent future difficulties. Doesn't have to be expensive, especially if there are zero assets, debts or children.

It would be false economy not to do this - it prevents either of you being able to make a future claim (inheritances/windfalls) and just finishes everything off.

Head to the wikivorce website and forum for more information

It is a big risk to take. For the sake of a small financial cost and a bit of admin now, you could be leaving yourselves open to the other person claiming against you in the future. What if you get married again, buy a big house, are able to invest in a pension, then suddenly your ex husband comes looking forward his slice of the pie? I wouldn't want to risk it, personally.

Thanks all, that's good to know. I'll check these out. Sorry my earlier response didn't post.