Divorce can be an extremely expensive process due to all of the legal counseling and court dates, and this is the reason some people consider an annulment instead. The problem with such a decision is that, while an annulment will cost much less than a lengthy divorce, it might not be granted and divorce proceedings will have to occur anyway. To save time and effort, it is best to review all of the legal grounds for an annulment in your state before beginning the process. There are many ways that a marriage can be invalidated, and if this is the case, it can save a great deal of trouble and money. Someone researching this process should also consider that an annulment can cost one of the spouses the right to claim marital assets, which may present some serious financial hardship later on.