I'd really like to know what they are?
And do they outweigh the risk of his losing 1/2 or more of his net worth?
I know it's not sex, you don't have to be married to get sex.
It's not love, you don't have to be married to be loved.
It's not security, with divorce so easy, there's no extra security in marriage.
Can't be children ,plenty of unmarried people having children.
So what? What is the benefit of marriage to a man?
2007-12-17 12:46:59 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
Brooklyn, Don't have to be married to have health care ,property or memories.
2007-12-17 12:59:02 · update #1
Xrys, a simple document will grant any specified person the right to make decissions for one who becomes incapacitated and I'd rather have a buddy rather than the potential recipient of my estate making those decissions.
2007-12-17 13:03:21 · update #2
What? save yourself all the pain,Go out tonight, find a women that you cannot stand to be around,some ugly beotch,with no visible means of support and a crappy personality.Then buy her a house.
2007-12-17 14:01:57 · answer #1 · answered by TUFF AS IT GETS 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If the man become incapacitated, in a coma or otherwise unable to make informed medical decisions then that right reverts to his next of kin. His parents may be dead, but the love of his life knows what he wants done. If she is not legally married to him then she cannot make those decisions that he would have made. Additionally she will not be considered "family" and be unable to visit him (some hospitals will let it slide but for legal reasons many will not).
This extends into other areas as well. He may lose his job and need to depend on her for sometime, if she has health insurance then he can be covered under her plan while he gets his stuff together. If they are unmarried then they cannot do this (though there are more companies extending these privileges to unmarried partners).
These and a few other legal-protection issues are IMO the only reason to get married. I wish people could enter into legal contracts that did not financially hamper them or carry some of the negative effects of "marriage" but our society has not evolved its understanding of human relationships that far yet. See why some lesbian and gay people want the right to marry? Be pretty sh!tty not to be able to visit your loved one in the hospital...
If you are concerned about losing 1/2 your net-worth get a pre-nup. It's the best thing to do to make sure she doesn't screw you in a divorce. Pick a state that has the most lenient divorce laws too. Some states make it expensive and difficult.
2007-12-17 12:54:15 · answer #2 · answered by sappho 3 · 3⤊ 2⤋
I was engaged when I was 24 and married when I was 26 Our wedding colors were a pale peach and chocolate brown We each had our brothers as witnesses (2 total), it was a very small wedding (14 people were there including us and our reverend) Our reception was held a month after our wedding, and we did not have assigned seating, most people didn't sit, it was a cocktail party We had a small chocolate cake and then a variety of desserts for people to choose, I think there were 5 different choices We went to Maui for two weeks We got married in Gleneden Beach, OR, a tiny town on the coast, just outside of Lincoln City
2016-04-10 05:08:34 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The benefit of marriage depends on the person...and I'm sure you already knew that but I think for the man who wants...
the comfort of caring and coming home to someone who cares and depends on you and someone you can trust fully on the regular...(anybody can give up and walk out....it takes a real man or woman to weather the storm). The grass is never greener. It may start out that way but the trials are inevitable.
the comfort of pleasing God in nurturing the family unit and keeping it cohesive...
the powerful example you exhibit to the world and your children when committed to going against the grain of building families and not favor the divorce or flight societal norm syndrome.
My philosophy is be a leader not a follower. Who cares what others think or do....Stay well!
2007-12-17 13:06:19 · answer #4 · answered by ageless 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If you are so afraid to get married, don't! But i have a feeling you may be alone later in life. Marriage gives you a sense of mental stability. Also, if you have kids, it gives you security. Did you know, if you are not married, you have no legal rights to even see those kids until you goto court and get visitation? She automatically gets full custody and you have to fight for rights. (Wish i had never married my ex) Do you really want your kids wondering why you didn't love their mother enough to make her your wife? (Oh daddy loved his possessions more then mommy) Also, it makes it easier for the person in your life to make decisions for you if you are incapacitated without a fight from others. Most insurance companies will not add a person to your medical policy unless you can show they are related. If you are so scared for your material things, get a prenup. My ex was materialistic like you. I gave him everything, but my car, the kids and our clothes. I took what mattered most in my life, my kids. Nothing else mattered. I can always buy new things, i can't replace the time with my kids. My ex has learned the hard way. He took all the material things and only calls them once every 6 months to brag about how he has bought new cars, house, race car but b!tches he is broke because he pays me $750 a month child support for 4 kids. He has sent them 1 birthday card in 4 years and nothing for Xmas. They know what he is. A materialistic jerk who only thinks of himself. But as long as he has his stuff he is happy!
2007-12-17 13:36:26 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Your insurance rates will go down!!! LOL My husband (boyfriend at the time) and I were talking about our insurance policies being higher simply because we were single. He jokingly made the comment that we should get married to save money. A family member apparently was within earshot. The next thing we knew, we were being congratulated on our forthcoming marriage!!!!! It all worked out for the best. We are very happy!
2007-12-17 12:57:35 · answer #6 · answered by babybear330682000 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
It is possible that there are few economic benefits, though if your partner dies before you, hope she has a very clear will.
Whether or not any benefit outweighed the risk of losing 1/2 your net worth is a matter of opinion. All I can say is that marriage is best not entered in a state of fear for your net worth.
Oh, and at the hospital you'll have a hard time making decisions for your dearly beloved if she becomes ill. You'll just be the ****** who wouldn't marry her. ;-)
2007-12-17 12:54:37 · answer #7 · answered by Little Red Hen 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Your right....every man who has ever married a woman in history is just completely f**ked in the head....Yeah, there is no other benefit for married men verses single men....Your the smartest guy in the world...and could have any women you want.... You have life all figured out...so stay smart and single...don't buy into the hype...you'll kill yourself if you ever find someone that loves you enough to get married....Run Run Run if that ever happens....Ohh by the way...I'm happily married and have two gorgeous....GORGEOUS kids....and a wife that takes very good care of them and the house....So again.. your absolutely right...I'm a f**king moron huh....I do seem to get a little more back in taxes with declaring dependents and filling jointly on tax returns....Plus I get cheaper car insurance, cheaper health insurance, plus I get all my laundry cleaned and I don't have to do any of it...not that I wouldn't...she just won't let me...had something to do with drying a Victoria secret blouse incident...but I digress....Still your the smartest man in the world...I want your autograph when you become famous and single...
Hey smile you wanna get married....My wife is cool about it....one other benefit.
2007-12-17 13:33:49 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Their is none marriage is just a legal thing and has lost all of its spiritual and emotional stigama these days. people are divorce happy these days and with that kind of safety net will marry and remarry as many times they would like. I know a couple that have been together for 25 years and have not been married one day. They have things set up so if one of them dies the other will be taken care of and have kids love to travel and dont let nothing get in the way of their happiness together. They dont need a piece of paper to say they are in love and will promise themselves to each other forever but some people do.
2007-12-17 13:07:39 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋
It's a personal thing and how you feel about commitment, really. If you consider a benefit to be that you know that someone has committed themself to you and vice versa, then that's the real benefit.
I wouldn't necessarily think that you wouldn't lose out financially just because you weren't legally married. Most states have de facto laws in place that protect partners from being neglected financially if the partnership dissolves or one dies...you don't need a marriage certificate to be requried to pay...
2007-12-17 12:55:32 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
You will know when the time comes,when you meet a lady you just cannot live without
One cannot discuss benefits with hard facts,some people choose to live with out marriage, others choose to marry.
Different people different benefits.
One may ask why does a man chooses to sty married to a woman he does not love, the single Benedict being, not to loose half of his money, preferring to screw around, leaving a trail of ladies that were unfortunate enough to fall in love with them, with broken heart,
2007-12-17 13:04:14 · answer #11 · answered by Loretta M 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋