It is the time of year when many people are getting married. That makes it a time of great celebration and planning, with lots of hopes and dreams. It is also a time when the people around the loving couple wonder whether the betrothed know what they are getting into. Lots of the comments on past episode of this podcast, question the wisdom of get married at all. Those comments lament the legal implications of getting married. Divorce rates are goind down. Still, people should know what they are getting into when they are getting married, and how the law changes things for each of the married spouses. In this episode of the Ontario Family Law Podcast, Certified Specialist if Family Law, John Schuman explains what you should know about Family Law BEFORE getting married. The topics include how marriage affects property rights and ownership, the legal restrictions on matrimonial homes, spousal support, child support - especially for children of other relationships, and how being maried prevents your from having another spouse... and doesn't. Getting married is one of the biggest decisions people make. They should know the the consequences of that decision beofre taking the plunge. So, every one who is engaged, or contemplating marriage, should watch this episode before the wedding. If you found this episode helpful, check out these episodes on similar topics:99. When Can You Throw Out Your Ex?97. Do You Really Need a Prenup (Marriage Contract or Cohabitation Agreement)?96. If I Let My Partner Move In, Will They Get My House?93. How to Lose Your Assets in Divorce or Separation92. How to Protect Your Assets in a Relationship or Marriage91. Should One Spouse Leave the House on Separation?85. 4 Things That People Get Wrong about Divorce Law73. How to Give to Your Kids, But Not Their Spouse/Partners63. What Can You Do With A Marriage Contract?TThe Ontario Family Law Podcast is a companion to the book, Guide to the Basics of Ontario Family Law. The latest edition, which is up-to-date on all important divorce issues is now available. Get it as a $⁠⁠⁠9.99 Kindle eBook⁠⁠⁠ , or as an ⁠⁠⁠Apple Book for your iPad or iPhone ⁠⁠⁠. Also, you can get it as a ⁠⁠⁠paperback or hard cover from Amazon⁠⁠⁠ or at better bookstores.

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