Cohabitation and the Family Home

Cohabitation has become increasingly the norm, as couples decide to live together for extended periods of time before getting married, if at all. However, as there is no such law that provisions for a 'common law spouse' in England and Wales, this can lead to difficulty further down the line with regards to property should the cohabiting couple choose to separate. In the infographic below, discover what your rights are with regard to the family home, and how a cohabitation agreement could help protect both of your interests for now and for the future. Source: https://www.jmw.co.uk/services-for-you/family-law/unmarried-couples-and-cohabitation/articles/cohabitation-and-family-home