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Originally posted by Sati
Is it 100% required that a couple be married? I am in a long term relationship for 3+ years now. We have planned our lives together. The only variant is that piece of paper  I've just never felt that marriage is that important. I think it's nice for a child to know his parents are married though, so we will be married at some point.
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That's a good question Holly. I'm sure every agency has their own rules and stipulations, but they may question your reasons for NOT being married. 3+ years is certainly a lengthy relationship, but not long-term. Do you own a home together, have joint checking, savings, build equity together? Life insurance policies and power of attorney over each other? If you feel that the legal part of the marriage is not important, but you are 100% committed to each other, then build up a positive case for yourself. Be your own advocate. Of course it is nice to have your parents legally married to each other, and that helps preserve the institution of family and marriage for your children to value. I wish you luck in whatever you decide