What are some of the legal benefits one can get from getting married?
824998
If you are concerned about the legal benefis when you marry someone then you should probably not get married. Marriage is about love, not material things you'll receive.
608396
Marriage.  Sadly, even that isn't 100% secure for some.
377080
I'm a family law attorney, so this is an easy one for me.  How about a pre-nuptial agreement that protects your interests.  Also, some pre-marital financial planning with investments that would protect you would be reasonable.\n\nFeel free to e-mail me if you have other questions.
81986
To be recognized as a legal marriage, the couple must apply for a license and at least register the union in a courthouse office.  In many states, a couple living together for a set period of time (as little as 6 consecutive months) can claim common law marital status.  Common law marriages are a little murky when it comes to legal decisions and such, however.  You are essentially recognized as domestic partners, but either side can walk away from the relationship with few legal responsibilities.
426284
Marriage is awesome. It feels great to have someone that you can depend on and know is there.
707946
As the first answer said  the law is in the works to legalize marriage for gays.\n\nTo answer rest of question, if the law is passed, the same benefits would apply as they do for straights.  This includes immigration policy towards spouses of citizens.
17800
You shouldn't really look at it from its advantages or disadvantages. Advantages are plenty, but so are the disadvantages. I think you should really ask yourself if you REALLY WANT TO GET MARRIED or not.
713737
Any organisation offering finance will check your marital status as insurance to get their money back. You are a lower risk to them if you are married.
794560
Married life is wonderful. Always knowing that someone is there if you have a crappy day. Being able to make love whenever you want to. Cuddling with the person you love. Doing house chores together. Getting the two of yours first animal. Having kids. It's amazing.
339169
getting married first
97573
I believe that depends upon the state but yes she can because with you being married, whats yours is his.  A court may see it as income that he is receiving from you.
824968
If you both commit to making things better, you can pay for marriage counseling even if your not married.  They can provide you with the tools to make your relationship better.  Communication, empathy, understanding, are some of the things they will help you guys with.  If you are both committed, don't give up.
430379
you wanna get marriage?
620228
you can just go to the court house and get married
1068263
gay marriages offer no benefit to society.  heterosexual marriage, in general, does.  Of course one can find examples of straight marriage gone awry or providing no social benefit, but I dar say that no one can find an example of a gay marriage or union providing positive benefit for society.
671780
WELL, IN THIS CRAZY WORLD THERE ARE MANY ADVANTAGES.\n\n1. YOU HAVE A LOVING PERSON TO COME HOME TO EVERYDAY.\n2. A FRIEND A CONFIDANT.\n3. YOU HAVE SOMEONE TO GROW OLD WITH.
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No. It doesn't make any difference. Marriage isn't about 'trial and error', it is about making a commitment to each other, regardless of what happens. If you can't make that commitment, then don't get married. People who aren't married don't act the same as people that sign the contract. Living together isn't marriage. (until the common law period of time kicks in, then you actually ARE married, and you don't have to worry about it anymore).