How much are cohabitants entitled to in the event of a breakdown?

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Basically, you keep what you own yourself and the part that belongs to you in the co-ownership you have with your partner. If you've bought something together, you'll usually own a half share each, unless you've agreed otherwise on the distribution of ownership shares.

It is important for cohabitants to have a clear agreement on ownership and rights. This is done through a cohabitation contract, which helps to avoid conflicts and misunderstandings in the event of a break-up. A cohabitation agreement ensures that both parties agree on what belongs to whom and what will happen to assets in the event of a break-up.

It can be difficult to prove who owns what, especially during long cohabitations, so it's even more important to have a written agreement in place. A cohabitation contract can be a useful solution to solve such challenges.