My partner is moving in with me, but I will continue to pay the mortgage on my house. It's not a very happy topic I know, but should I ask her to sign some sort of contract in case we split up? Do they exist?
2006-09-12 10:25:42 · 23 answers · asked by ntsdoo 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Yes they do. They are called cohabitation agreement.
2006-09-12 10:29:17 · answer #1 · answered by maxie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a contract that you can draw up, you can either go to a Solicitor or go to WH Smiths, who sell templates and you add your own names on the form. It can be argued in England, that if you do split up she would have to prove that she paid towards bills, she gave up a home to move in with you and thought it was for life. You cannot forsee the future, and I know it is a difficult subject to broach, but things could turn out even more nasty later on IF anything should happen. Explain to her that it is nothing to do with you both together or the relationship that you have it is just something that you would like to make clear from the start that it is your house and should the worse happen (you split up) then you each know where you stand where the house is concerned. You should also think and mention to her about if either of you die, it could be argued that if she has any relatives, they may want to try to make a claim against you for any equity that may be in the house, explaining that she contributed to the mortgage, bills and household expenditure (who would know in these circumstances that she did not actually contribute to the mortgage payments) and equally if you die, you may want to leave your house to a member of your family, and this would be difficult to do with your partner still living in the house. You should also both each make a Will. However my advice is to go and see a Solicitor, talk to each now, because if you can't talk about this situation, then maybe you should not rush into moving into together.
2006-09-13 02:22:44 · answer #2 · answered by radiant 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think she has an legal rights to your house if you aren't married. But why isn't she paying for anything? That doesn't seem fair to you! If you do decide to get married then you should definitely sign a pre-nup because you don't want to lose what you've worked for if she is just trying to get a free ride. In any case if you have something that you feel is worth protecting (in this case your house) I think it's always best to protect it, even if it hurts someone elses feelings!
2006-09-12 17:55:41 · answer #3 · answered by Beccawho 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as long as its only your name on the house you should be ok, i would seek advice from a solicitor regarding pre nups as i didn't think they really existed these days.
If you are having doubts, then it could be too soon to be moving in together, either way make sure her name does not go on the mortgage
2006-09-12 17:35:32 · answer #4 · answered by zeldieuk2002 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can have a lawyer basically draw up any type of contract you want. You can also do one personally between each other. It is a touchy subject, but I understand, you don't want the asset you have worked hard for end up being taken from you. This is also important if you live in a common-law state. Definitely look into it. It's better to protect yourself now than regret it later.
2006-09-12 17:29:13 · answer #5 · answered by bdgirl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She is not entitled to any of your assets if she is not maried to you. The title of your house is under YOUR name, and because you are the primary owner, you should be able to kick her out at any time for any reason. However, should you declare her as a domestic partner, she may be entitled to be the benificiary of your life insurance, etc., but I highly doubt she can take any ownership on the house.
2006-09-12 17:31:19 · answer #6 · answered by the_memory_of_ashes 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i dont think they exist but arent pre nups only for married couples i mean you own the house. you guys arent really sharing anything financially like a car or other valuables.
2006-09-12 17:29:30 · answer #7 · answered by *<i:o) 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would be diffrent if you were getting married but just because she is moving in with you...NO Just ask her to help out but you don't need a contract for that
2006-09-12 23:12:23 · answer #8 · answered by Mrs. M 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
better have some kinda contract before 7 years is up after that its considered a common law marriage
2006-09-12 17:28:39 · answer #9 · answered by diva 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes they do. get one made! it will save you trouble in a break up with property and money put in the other will claim. take pictures of your stuff prior to the roomies move in. with dates on the pictures, if its digital. this way after there in take pictures when there no there or there showing there junk compared to yours, so this way if any property was questioned, in court the original crap (no offense, just felt like usingidiodic words) you owned u well definately get to keep while stuff bought after wards gets argued with you being the winner in court. keep reciepts of stuff too.
2006-09-12 17:45:46 · answer #10 · answered by Picture Collector 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋