Love, Money & the Law

What Can Be Included in a Cohabitation Agreement?

Episode Summary

For a feeling of security and assurances as life happens, your best solution is a cohabitation agreement if you’re living together with no intention of getting married. Everything from property and finances to children and everyday living responsibilities only begin to list things that can be included in your contract. Check out this valuable episode if you want some ideas about what to include and why.

Episode Notes

Here's a peek at just a few of the issues that can be included in a cohabitation agreement presented in this episode:

• Clearly state that you’re not married
• Define the boundaries and issues of home ownership, taxes and improvements
• What happens in the event of a split or death?
• Defining the financial framework for the relationship
• Dealing with your debts, loans and gifts
• What about the kids…and the pets?