This paper proposes a new and easy-to-estimate marriage matching function (MMF). Unlike existing MMFs, the equilibrium … marriage matching distribution associated with the proposed MMF is not necessarily unique. I show its existence under minimal … peer effects and the dynamic frictionless TU marriage matching model both generate MMFs that are each a special case of …

matching and marriage quality for each couple is revealed ex post. Changes in alimony laws are shown to affect existing couples …We develop a collective household model with spousal matching in which there exists marital gains to assortative … marriage match quality is low, while, for couples not yet formed, they generate offsetting intra-household transfers and lower …

This paper examines the effects of reforms that reduced alimony on matching in the marriage market. Recent literature … assortative matching, as women forgo specialization which may not be compensated upon divorce. Using state-level data on alimony … reform that reduced the entitlements of eligible spouses and American Community Survey data on marriage and the …