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Bertrum
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15 Jul 11 #278242 by Bertrum

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My partner and I have been in a relationship for about 4 1/2 years and living together in a house we bought together for about 2 1/2 years.

The relationship has ended and she has asked that I make an offer for her share of the property.

I paid the deposit from savings I accumulated prior to the relationship starting, is it reasonable to make an offer on the full price agreed for the property or doesn't it matter that I paid all the despoit?

LittleMrMike
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15 Jul 11 #278253 by LittleMrMike

Reply from LittleMrMike

I'm sorry to give you the answer ' It all depends ' but I'm afraid it does.

What you need to do is, look at is what happened when you bought the house.

Did you buy as joint tenants, or as tenants in common, and if the latter, was it in equal shares ?

These are the kind of questions that need answering. A property lawyer shyould be able to advise.

LMM

Bertrum
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15 Jul 11 #278254 by Bertrum

Reply from Bertrum

Many thanks for the speedy response, i'll find a local solicitor and take advice.

Many thanks again
Mike.

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