There’s one step many families overlook before heading out on a big trip: making sure their estate plans are updated. Just like choosing travel insurance or confirming flight details, this is a smart, practical part of traveling well-prepared so you can fully focus on the next museum or beach on your itinerary.

A collaborative postnuptial agreement — a contract made after marriage outlining how assets and responsibilities will be handled in the event of divorce or death — can be a proactive tool to protect both parties and bring clarity to the relationship.

A cohabitation agreement—when executed properly—is a legally binding document that can provide clarity and protection for couples moving in together or signing their first lease or mortgage paperwork together.