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Re:Ask HN: How did you rebuild yourself after having hit roc... by starkd on Saturday March 04, 2023 @12:48PM (#35022787)
The fear of someone being destitute after 20 years of marriage has been somewhat alleviated with divorce laws. Usually, the assets gained in mariage are split 50/50. This could also be set with a pre-nup. On the other hand, if neither party makes a good salary, you can't squeeze blood from a turnip.
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Re:Ask HN: How did you rebuild yourself after having hit roc... by wonderwonder on Saturday March 04, 2023 @02:24PM (#35023665)
"The fear of someone being destitute after 20 years of marriage has been somewhat alleviated with divorce laws" That's exactly my point. If they are not married then if the primary earner just up and left the other would be severely hurt financially.
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