EPISODE · Jul 28, 2025 · 22 MIN
Should I Get a Pre-Nup? (Relationship Property Agreements Explained NZ)⎥Ep. 2147
from The Property Academy Podcast · host Opes Partners
Most Kiwis think a trust will protect their assets in a break-up.But that’s not always true. In fact, without a relationship property agreement (a prenup), even your trust could be challenged in court.In this episode, we break down the real risks of not having a prenup – including how one Kiwi lost his house, despite putting it in a trust – and explain how to put a contracting out agreement in place.You’ll learn:How NZ’s relationship property law really works – and when the 50/50 split kicks inWhy a trust doesn’t always protect your property after a breakupHow much prenups cost, and the life events that should trigger a reviewDon't forget to create your free Opes+ account here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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Most Kiwis think a trust will protect their assets in a break-up.But that’s not always true. In fact, without a relationship property agreement (a prenup), even your trust could be challenged in court.In this episode, we break down the real risks of not having a prenup – including how one Kiwi lost his house, despite putting it in a trust – and explain how to put a contracting out agreement in place.You’ll learn:How NZ’s relationship property law really works – and when the 50/50 split kicks inWhy a trust doesn’t always protect your property after a breakupHow much prenups cost, and the life events that should trigger a reviewDon't forget to create your free Opes+ account here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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