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# Let's Settle This Mediation

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- [Enforcement Actions](https://letssettlethismediation.com/enforcement-actions/)
- [Custody Modifications](https://letssettlethismediation.com/custody-modifications/)
- [Modifying Support Orders](https://letssettlethismediation.com/modifying-support-orders/)
- [Court Hearing Tips](https://letssettlethismediation.com/court-hearing-tips/)
- [Discovery Process](https://letssettlethismediation.com/discovery-process/)
- [Temporary Orders Guide](https://letssettlethismediation.com/temporary-orders-guide/)
- [Preparing for Divorce](https://letssettlethismediation.com/preparing-for-divorce/)
- [Divorce Cost Calculator](https://letssettlethismediation.com/divorce-cost-calculator/)
- [Signs It’s Time for Divorce](https://letssettlethismediation.com/signs-its-time-for-divorce/)
- [Mediation vs. Litigation: Comparing Approaches  to Family Disputes](https://letssettlethismediation.com/mediation-vs-litigation-comparing-approaches-to-family-disputes/) - An in-depth comparison of the processes, costs, and outcomes of mediation versus traditional court litigation
- [Creating Effective Co-Parenting Plans Through Mediation](https://letssettlethismediation.com/creating-effective-co-parenting-plans-through-mediation/) - Learn how to develop comprehensive parenting plans that prioritize children's needs while accommodating both parents' schedules.
- [Elder Care Mediation: Resolving Family Caregiving Conflicts](https://letssettlethismediation.com/elder-care-mediation-resolving-family-caregiving-conflicts/) - How mediation helps adult children navigate difficult decisions about aging parents' care and living arrangements
- [Financial Mediation: Dividing Assets Fairly During  Divorce](https://letssettlethismediation.com/financial-mediation-dividing-assets-fairly-during-divorce/) - Discover strategies for equitable financial settlements that help both parties move forward with financial security.

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## CM Tooltip Glossary

- [Primary Residence](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/primary-residence/) - Main home; special provisions may govern occupancy, sale triggers, or equity division.
- [Occupancy Rights](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/occupancy-rights/) - Agreement detailing who may reside in a property during separation transition.
- [Sale Trigger](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/sale-trigger/) - Event (e.g., divorce filing) mandating marketing or liquidation of an asset.
- [Escalation Clause](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/escalation-clause/) - Provision adjusting payments or obligations (e.g., cost-of-living changes) over time.
- [Benchmark Event](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/benchmark-event/) - Milestone (e.g., business valuation threshold) triggering clause modifications.
- [Force Majeure](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/force-majeure/) - Unforeseen event clause rarely central in prenups but can excuse performance of ancillary obligations.
- [Legal Disclaimer](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/legal-disclaimer/) - Statement clarifying glossary content is educational only and not individualized legal advice; users should consult licensed counsel for jurisdiction-specific guidance.
- [Escrow Agent](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/escrow-agent/) - Neutral third party (often an attorney) maintaining custody of documents or assets pending release.
- [Recordkeeping](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/recordkeeping/) - Systematic documentation of transactions to support tracing and enforcement of prenup classifications.
- [Financial Planner](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/financial-planner/) - Professional helping structure budgets, investments, and asset protection strategies related to prenup goals.
- [Mediator](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/mediator/) - Neutral facilitator assisting parties to reach mutually acceptable prenup terms.
- [Collaborative Team](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/collaborative-team/) - Multidisciplinary professionals (lawyers, financial neutrals) in collaborative law negotiations.
- [Negotiation](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/negotiation/) - Process of exchanging proposals to reach balanced, informed agreement terms.
- [Redline](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/redline/) - Edited draft showing insertions and deletions used during revision cycles.
- [Execution Package](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/execution-package/) - Final version of the agreement with exhibits, schedules, and signature pages prepared for signing.
- [Certified Copy](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/certified-copy/) - Official reproduction bearing certification stamp; may be stored separately for safekeeping.
- [Storage Protocol](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/storage-protocol/) - Agreed method for safeguarding originals and copies (e.g., fireproof safe, encrypted cloud).
- [Translation Certification](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/translation-certification/) - Formal verification that a translated prenup matches the original language version.
- [Public Policy](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/public-policy/) - Legal principle that courts will not enforce contract terms contrary to societal interests (e.g., restricting child support).
- [Enforceability](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/enforceability/) - Likelihood a prenup will be upheld in court considering process, disclosure, fairness, and compliance with statutes.
- [Fairness Review](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/fairness-review/) - Judicial or later evaluation of whether terms were conscionable at execution and at enforcement.
- [Material Change](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/material-change/) - Significant shift (e.g., disability, extreme wealth disparity) potentially impacting enforcement of support waivers.
- [Burden of Proof](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/burden-of-proof/) - Obligation to present evidence; challenging spouse must usually prove invalidity (e.g., duress, nondisclosure).
- [Rebuttable Presumption](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/rebuttable-presumption/) - Assumption accepted as true unless contrary evidence is presented (e.g., property acquired during marriage is marital).
- [Standard of Review](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/standard-of-review/) - Judicial lens applied when evaluating enforceability (varies by jurisdiction).
- [Statute of Limitations](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/statute-of-limitations/) - Time limit for filing certain claims; rarely directly affects prenups but may apply to fraud or contract actions.
- [Fraudulent Concealment](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/fraudulent-concealment/) - Intentional hiding of assets or liabilities; can void an agreement.
- [Misrepresentation](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/misrepresentation/) - False statement of material fact inducing agreement; may undermine validity.
- [Cooling-Off Warning](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/cooling-off-warning/) - Notice encouraging early execution to avoid last-minute pressure claims.
- [Signing Ceremony](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/signing-ceremony/) - Planned meeting for orderly execution with witnesses, notary, and counsel present.
- [Governing Law](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/governing-law/) - Chosen jurisdiction’s substantive law controlling interpretation of provisions.
- [Merger Clause](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/merger-clause/) - Synonym for integration clause confirming no outside promises exist beyond the written terms.
- [Separation Trigger](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/separation-trigger/) - Event (legal separation, filing date) activating division or support provisions.
- [Effective Survival Clause](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/effective-survival-clause/) - Statement clarifying which obligations continue after divorce or death.
- [Pet Custody Provision](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/pet-custody-provision/) - Clause outlining preferred arrangement for companion animals (enforceability varies).
- [Social Media Clause](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/social-media-clause/) - Provision limiting disparaging online posts or sharing private information.
- [Digital Records Inventory](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/digital-records-inventory/) - List of online accounts, logins, wallets, or digital property for disclosure and planning.
- [Confidential Information](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/confidential-information/) - Financial, proprietary, or personal data protected from dissemination by agreement.
- [Trade Secrets](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/trade-secrets/) - Confidential business information; prenup can reinforce nondisclosure obligations.
- [Intangible Asset](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/intangible-asset/) - Non-physical property (goodwill, IP, licenses) whose classification should be clarified.
- [Income Stream](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/income-stream/) - Ongoing payments (royalties, rents) addressed for characterization as marital or separate.
- [Royalties](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/royalties/) - Payments for exploitation of IP; classification plan can be spelled out.
- [Licensing Income](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/licensing-income/) - Revenue from granting usage rights to IP; may need apportionment for pre- and post-marital contributions.
- [Professional Practice](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/professional-practice/) - Service-based business (medicine, law) requiring valuation distinguishing enterprise vs personal goodwill.
- [Minority Discount](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/minority-discount/) - Valuation reduction due to lack of control in a closely held entity.
- [Marketability Discount](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/marketability-discount/) - Valuation reduction reflecting difficulty selling an illiquid interest.
- [Holding Company](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/holding-company/) - Entity owning other assets; prenup should identify and classify ownership interests.
- [S Corporation Stock](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/s-corporation-stock/) - Ownership in an S corp; may require restrictions or buy-sell alignment with prenup terms.
- [Buy-Sell Agreement](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/buy-sell-agreement/) - Contract governing sale of business interests at triggering events; should coordinate with prenup.
- [Restrictive Covenant](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/restrictive-covenant/) - Agreement limiting certain competitive behaviors; interplay with support or asset valuation may arise.
- [Waiver of Inheritance](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/waiver-of-inheritance/) - Voluntary relinquishment of rights to inherit spousal property beyond defined provisions.
- [Survivorship Rights](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/survivorship-rights/) - Automatic transfer rights (e.g., joint tenancy) superseding some will provisions; may be altered by prenup strategy.
- [Joint Tenancy](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/joint-tenancy/) - Form of co-ownership with survivorship rights; can affect estate distribution planning.
- [Tenancy by the Entirety](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/tenancy-by-the-entirety/) - Marital ownership form in some states offering creditor protections; may be addressed for titling decisions.
- [Separate Real Estate](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/separate-real-estate/) - Real property owned before marriage or acquired separately; terms can detail appreciation treatment.
- [Life Insurance](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/life-insurance/) - Policy paying a death benefit; a prenup can mandate policy maintenance or designate beneficiaries.
- [Beneficiary Designation](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/beneficiary-designation/) - Form selecting who receives policy or account proceeds; prenup can require updates consistent with its terms.
- [Elective Share Waiver](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/elective-share-waiver/) - Specific clause relinquishing right to claim statutory share of estate; must meet formal statutory requirements.
- [Fiduciary Duty](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/fiduciary-duty/) - Obligation of trust and honesty between spouses; financial dealings must avoid concealment or misrepresentation.
- [Good Faith](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/good-faith/) - Honest intention to act fairly in negotiation and execution; supports enforceability.
- [Marital Standard of Living](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/marital-standard-of-living/) - Lifestyle during marriage; sometimes referenced in evaluating fairness of support waivers.
- [Household Expense Allocation](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/household-expense-allocation/) - Agreement defining responsibility for mortgage, rent, utilities, or joint expenses.
- [Joint Account](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/joint-account/) - Bank or brokerage account owned by both spouses; deposits may convert funds to marital property.
- [Separate Account](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/separate-account/) - Account maintained in a single spouse’s name to preserve separate character if not commingled.
- [Escrow](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/escrow/) - Neutral holding arrangement for executed documents or funds until conditions (like marriage) occur.
- [Estate Planning](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/estate-planning/) - Coordinated strategies (wills, trusts, beneficiary designations) for distributing property at death; often integrated with prenups.
- [Elective Share](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/elective-share/) - Statutory right of a surviving spouse to claim a portion of the deceased spouse’s estate; prenup can waive with proper formalities.
- [Inheritance](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/inheritance/) - Assets received from a deceased person; typically separate if kept segregated.
- [Gift (Separate)](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/gift-separate/) - Property voluntarily transferred without payment; often separate if not commingled.
- [Probate](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/probate/) - Court process administering a deceased person’s estate; prenups can streamline outcomes by clarifying waivers.
- [Intestate Succession](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/intestate-succession/) - Default statutory distribution when someone dies without a will; waivers in prenups can alter rights.
- [Trust](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/trust/) - Fiduciary arrangement holding assets for beneficiaries; prenup may address trust interests or expectations.
- [Revocable Trust](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/revocable-trust/) - Trust that can be altered or revoked; interest may be considered an expectancy until funded or vested.
- [Irrevocable Trust](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/irrevocable-trust/) - Trust that cannot be easily changed; beneficial interests may be partially shielded from marital claims.
- [Power of Attorney](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/power-of-attorney/) - Legal document granting authority to act on financial or medical matters; separate from but coordinated with prenups.
- [Health Care Proxy](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/health-care-proxy/) - Document naming an agent to make medical decisions; not replaced by a prenup.
- [Temporary Support](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/temporary-support/) - Financial support during separation or proceedings; prenup may address or reserve the issue.
- [Sunset Clause](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/sunset-clause/) - A clause causing the prenup to expire or modify after a set period or upon an event (e.g., birth of a child).
- [Review Clause](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/review-clause/) - Provision requiring periodic reassessment of terms to maintain fairness and relevance.
- [Lifestyle Clause](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/lifestyle-clause/) - Non-financial clause (e.g., social media conduct) sometimes included, though enforceability can be limited.
- [Infidelity Clause](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/infidelity-clause/) - Provision imposing financial consequences for adultery; may be unenforceable depending on jurisdiction public policy.
- [Child Support](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/child-support/) - Financial support for children; generally cannot be waived or restricted by a prenup in most jurisdictions.
- [Child Custody Clause](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/child-custody-clause/) - Attempt to predetermine custody; typically unenforceable—courts decide based on best interests at time of dispute.
- [Choice of Law](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/choice-of-law/) - Clause selecting which jurisdiction’s laws govern interpretation and enforcement of the prenup.
- [Forum Selection](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/forum-selection/) - Provision choosing the court or venue where disputes will be resolved.
- [Mediation Clause](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/mediation-clause/) - Agreement requiring parties to attempt mediation before litigation, promoting cost-effective dispute resolution.
- [Arbitration Clause](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/arbitration-clause/) - Provision requiring binding arbitration of disputes; may limit court involvement (except for child issues).
- [Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/alternative-dispute-resolution-adr/) - Collective term for mediation, arbitration, and collaborative processes used to avoid litigation.
- [Collaborative Law](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/collaborative-law/) - Dispute resolution model where parties and specially trained lawyers commit to settlement without court litigation.
- [Independent Legal Counsel](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/independent-legal-counsel/) - Separate attorneys advising each party to reduce claims of duress or unfairness and bolster enforceability.
- [Reviewing Attorney](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/reviewing-attorney/) - Lawyer who examines a prenup draft for one party providing legal advice before signing.
- [Drafting Attorney](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/drafting-attorney/) - The lawyer who prepares the initial version of the agreement for one party.
- [Cooling-Off Period](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/cooling-off-period/) - Time between delivery of final draft and execution allowing thoughtful review; helps negate duress claims.
- [Duress](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/duress/) - Improper pressure that overcomes free will (e.g., last-minute signing); can render a prenup unenforceable.
- [Undue Influence](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/undue-influence/) - Excessive persuasion taking unfair advantage of a party’s trust or vulnerability to procure agreement terms.
- [Unconscionability](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/unconscionability/) - A legal standard indicating extreme unfairness in terms or process; can invalidate all or parts of a prenup.
- [Consideration](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/consideration/) - Something of value exchanged; in prenups, marriage itself is usually sufficient consideration.
- [Execution Date](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/execution-date/) - The date the document is formally signed by both parties (often before a notary).
- [Effective Date](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/effective-date/) - Date when the prenup’s provisions begin—normally the wedding date, but can be specified otherwise.
- [Notarization](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/notarization/) - Official acknowledgment by a notary public verifying identities and voluntary execution of the agreement.
- [Notary Public](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/notary-public/) - Authorized official who verifies signatures and administers oaths to support authenticity.
- [Witness Attestation](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/witness-attestation/) - Signatures of third parties confirming parties signed willingly; required in some jurisdictions.
- [Acknowledgment](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/acknowledgment/) - Formal declaration before an authorized official (e.g., notary) confirming signature authenticity.
- [Electronic Signature](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/electronic-signature/) - Legally recognized digital signing method; must comply with applicable e-sign laws to be valid.
- [E-Sign Compliance](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/e-sign-compliance/) - Adherence to federal and state electronic signature laws ensuring enforceability of digitally executed agreements.
- [Severability Clause](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/severability-clause/) - Provision stating if one clause is invalid, the rest of the agreement remains enforceable.
- [Integration Clause](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/integration-clause/) - Also called a merger clause; declares the written prenup the complete and final agreement.
- [Amendment Clause](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/amendment-clause/) - Specifies how future changes to the agreement must be documented (e.g., written, signed, notarized).
- [Waiver Clause](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/waiver-clause/) - Provision stating failure to enforce a right once does not waive future enforcement.
- [Confidentiality Clause](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/confidentiality-clause/) - Agreement to keep terms and financial disclosures private, protecting sensitive information.
- [Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/non-disclosure-agreement-nda/) - Separate or embedded promise not to share specified confidential information.
- [Non-Compete Clause](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/non-compete-clause/) - Provision limiting a spouse’s business competition; often scrutinized and sometimes unenforceable in family context.
- [Intellectual Property (IP)](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/intellectual-property-ip/) - Creations of the mind (e.g., copyrights, patents, trademarks); prenups can classify ownership and income.
- [Royalty Income](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/royalty-income/) - Payments for licensed use of intellectual property; can be allocated as separate or marital income.
- [Licensing Agreement](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/licensing-agreement/) - Contract granting rights to use IP; prenup can define ownership of proceeds.
- [Digital Assets](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/digital-assets/) - Electronic property such as domain names, social media accounts, NFTs, cryptocurrencies; classification should be explicit.
- [Cryptocurrency](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/cryptocurrency/) - Blockchain-based digital currency (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum); requires precise identification and wallet disclosure.
- [Wallet (Crypto)](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/wallet-crypto/) - Digital or hardware tool storing public/private keys controlling cryptocurrency assets.
- [Private Key](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/private-key/) - Cryptographic code giving control over cryptocurrency; should be protected and addressed in confidentiality provisions.
- [Antenuptial Agreement](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/antenuptial-agreement/) - Another term for prenuptial agreement (often used in older statutes) describing a contract executed prior to marriage governing financial and property matters.
- [Postnuptial Agreement](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/postnuptial-agreement/) - A marital contract entered into after the wedding that addresses property division, support, or estate rights; often used when circumstances change after marriage.
- [Cohabitation Agreement](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/cohabitation-agreement/) - A contract between unmarried partners living together that sets out rights and obligations related to property, expenses, and separation; not a prenup because there is no marriage.
- [Marital Property](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/marital-property/) - Assets and debts acquired during the marriage that may be subject to division upon divorce, depending on jurisdiction (community property or equitable distribution).
- [Separate Property](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/separate-property/) - Assets considered outside division—typically premarital property, individual gifts, and inheritances kept separate and not commingled.
- [Community Property](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/community-property/) - A system (in certain U.S. states) where most assets and earnings acquired during marriage are owned equally by both spouses.
- [Equitable Distribution](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/equitable-distribution/) - A legal standard in many states where marital property is divided fairly—but not necessarily equally—based on multiple factors.
- [Commingling](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/commingling/) - The mixing of separate property with marital property (e.g., depositing inheritance funds into a joint account), potentially causing loss of separate status.
- [Transmutation](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/transmutation/) - A legal change in character of property (e.g., separate property becoming marital) often through intent, titling, or commingling.
- [Tracing](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/tracing/) - The process of documenting the origin and path of separate assets to maintain or prove their separate status in a dispute.
- [Asset Classification](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/asset-classification/) - Determining whether property is marital, separate, or mixed (partly both) for purposes of a prenup or divorce.
- [Mixed Property](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/mixed-property/) - An asset containing both separate and marital components, often requiring valuation and apportionment (e.g., a premarital home paid down with marital funds).
- [Full Financial Disclosure](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/full-financial-disclosure/) - The complete, honest sharing of assets, debts, income, and liabilities prior to signing a prenup; critical for enforceability.
- [Financial Disclosure Schedule](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/financial-disclosure-schedule/) - Attachment listing each party’s assets, debts, income sources, and estimated values to evidence transparency.
- [Net Worth Statement](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/net-worth-statement/) - A summarized snapshot of assets minus liabilities for each party used in disclosure and negotiation.
- [Valuation Date](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/valuation-date/) - The specific date used to determine asset value (e.g., date of marriage, date of execution, or future event).
- [Asset Valuation](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/asset-valuation/) - Process of determining fair market value of property, businesses, or financial instruments for agreement purposes.
- [Fair Market Value](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/fair-market-value/) - The price a willing buyer and seller would agree upon in an arm’s-length transaction; common valuation baseline in prenups.
- [Book Value](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/book-value/) - Asset value listed on balance sheets (cost minus depreciation); often differs from fair market value.
- [Liquidation Value](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/liquidation-value/) - Estimated amount received if an asset were sold quickly, often lower than fair market value.
- [Business Valuation](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/business-valuation/) - Professional assessment of a business’s economic value using methods such as income, market, or asset approaches.
- [Enterprise Goodwill](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/enterprise-goodwill/) - The transferable value of a business independent of the owner’s personal reputation; often considered marital if built during marriage.
- [Personal Goodwill](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/personal-goodwill/) - Goodwill tied to an individual’s skill or reputation; frequently treated as separate and excluded from division.
- [Stock Options](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/stock-options/) - Rights to purchase company stock at a set price; a prenup may classify unvested or vested options as separate or marital.
- [Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/restricted-stock-units-rsus/) - Employer-granted stock units that vest over time or upon conditions; classification and division can be addressed in a prenup.
- [Vesting Schedule](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/vesting-schedule/) - Timeline defining when contingent compensation (options, RSUs, retirement benefits) becomes fully owned.
- [Retirement Account](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/retirement-account/) - Tax-advantaged savings vehicle (e.g., 401(k), IRA) that may have marital and separate components; addressed in a prenup.
- [Defined Contribution Plan](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/defined-contribution-plan/) - Retirement plan (e.g., 401(k)) where contributions and investment growth determine balance; division may require a QDRO.
- [Defined Benefit Plan](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/defined-benefit-plan/) - Traditional pension providing a formula-based benefit; valuation may require actuarial analysis.
- [Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO)](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/qualified-domestic-relations-order-qdro/) - Court order required to divide certain qualified retirement plans without triggering taxes or penalties.
- [Appreciation](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/appreciation/) - Increase in value of an asset; may be classified as marital if due to active efforts, or separate if purely passive.
- [Passive Appreciation](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/passive-appreciation/) - Increase in asset value due solely to market forces, inflation, or third-party actions; often remains separate.
- [Active Appreciation](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/active-appreciation/) - Value growth resulting from either spouse’s labor, management, or marital funds; may be deemed marital.
- [Reimbursement Claim](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/reimbursement-claim/) - A request to recover funds contributed from one estate (separate or marital) that benefited another asset category.
- [Debt Allocation](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/debt-allocation/) - Assignment of responsibility for existing and future debts (e.g., credit cards, student loans) in the prenup.
- [Student Loan Debt](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/student-loan-debt/) - Educational debt that may be categorized as separate unless marital funds were used for repayment.
- [Credit Card Debt](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/credit-card-debt/) - Revolving debt that may be allocated based on whose name, purpose, and benefit the charges provided.
- [Tax Liability](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/tax-liability/) - Obligation for federal, state, or local taxes; prenups can allocate responsibility for audits or back taxes.
- [Capital Gains](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/capital-gains/) - Profit from selling a capital asset; prenups can specify whose tax burden applies and how post-marital appreciation is treated.
- [Carryforward Loss](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/carryforward-loss/) - Tax losses that may offset future income; agreement can define ownership and benefit allocation.
- [Spousal Support](https://letssettlethismediation.com/glossary/spousal-support/) - Payment from one spouse to the other after separation or divorce; a prenup may waive or predetermine it (subject to state limits).
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