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Friend is not married but in relationship and they have a 12 year old child between them. He has tried to end the relationship amicably but partner is refusing causing distress to all concerned. He wishes to sell the house which is in joint name, split any monies fairly 50/50 (both probably would receive £25,000 each) and move on with a new life. He wants to be able to form a better relationship with child but impossible under current situation. Social services are now involved due to daughters behaviour adding more stress within the household.
What are the options as obviously he needs the money out of the house to move on? He is aware of childcare responsibilities etc. but just needs an end to the relationship without losing life savings.
Can a sale be forced as she is adamant the house will not be sold? She has family in the area and therefore would never be "on the streets" etc.
Hi,
i'm sure others will be able to give you specific advice, all i can offer is that I think that your friends first port of call should be to a solicitor on one of those free thirty minutes sessions...... or stump up and pay for a full advice session......
If his wife is refusing to sell and she can manage to get him out of the house then she has a very strong chance of ensuring that she remains in the property until the child leaves school.
I was forced out of my home a year ago and its only now the ex has a child arrangement order in place that she has started to cooperate on these matters...... and i.ve been told that it may take another two years and will likely see a fraction of the money that i,ve invested into the home.
Another avenue would be to go seek mediation....... i works for some and is mandatory before applying for resolution through courts.
it's worth having a look at this https://www.dad.info/divorce-and-separation
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