Buying a House as an Unmarried Couple: 8 Steps to Plan and Protect Your Investment
Redfin
JULY 17, 2025
Savings: Decide how much each of you can contribute from your savings towards the down payment, closing costs, and moving expenses. Emergency funds: Discuss how you’ll handle unexpected costs, such as repairs or sudden loss of income. Joint tenancy with rights of survivorship : Both partners co-own the home equally.
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