Why Every Woman Needs a Prenup: The Truth About Love, Money, and Protecting Your Future

Prenuptial agreements get a bad rap — but they shouldn’t.

In this week’s episode, I sit down with California family law attorney and “Prenup Queen” Deveney Wells-Gibson to break down what prenups actually are, why they matter, and why women should be having these conversations long before saying “I do.”

Deveney has seen the same story play out over and over in divorce court — women blindsided by finances they didn’t know existed, outdated state laws that don’t reflect modern relationships, and the emotional and financial fallout that could have been avoided with one conversation.

This episode reframes prenups as a foundation-builder, not a divorce plan, and lays out how women can protect their assets, understand their state’s marital laws, approach money conversations without shame, and decide whether they’re truly aligned with a partner’s financial values.

We talk about:

• Why prenups actually benefit the relationship instead of threatening it
• How outdated community property laws leave many women vulnerable
• What women should ask before getting married at any age
• Why financial transparency matters more than romantic optimism
• The mindset blocks that keep couples from talking about money
• Real courtroom stories that show exactly what’s at stake
• How Deveney’s Love Meets Wealth framework helps couples build shared goals
• Why measuring your financial progress as a couple matters

If you’re dating, considering marriage or remarriage, or already engaged, this is the conversation you need before you walk down the aisle.

Connect with Deveney:

Instagram: @theprenupqueen

Course: LOVE MEETS WEALTH

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