I’m separating from my partner of 14 years (we were not married). We bought a house together 5 years ago, but for first home owner grant purposes the property was put in her name only. We both contributed $50k each toward the deposit and have paid the mortgage 50/50 since purchase.
The house is now worth around $100k more than what we paid.
She is proposing to return my original $50k contribution and have me move out, then keep the house and continue paying the mortgage herself.
My question is: based on joint contributions and shared mortgage payments, would I generally be entitled to more than just my original deposit?
Any advice or similar experiences would be appreciated. We’re based in Victoria.
The house is now worth around $100k more than what we paid.
She is proposing to return my original $50k contribution and have me move out, then keep the house and continue paying the mortgage herself.
My question is: based on joint contributions and shared mortgage payments, would I generally be entitled to more than just my original deposit?
Any advice or similar experiences would be appreciated. We’re based in Victoria.
