A house or an apartment can become a block and a leg after the divorce. Couples separating have several options for shared properties.
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For many people, owning a home is one of the biggest investments in life. Most do not make this financial commitment alone, but together with their husband or wife. However, if there is a divorce, real estate quickly becomes a problem, at least if there is no marriage contract. Then questions arise like: Who keeps the house and who has to pay whom?
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Jane Stock is a technology author, who has written for 24 Hours World. She writes about the latest in technology news and trends, and is always on the lookout for new and innovative ways to improve his audience’s experience.