Action To Take When Relationship Ends

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There is lot to deal with when the relationship ends especially if you have children. You need to assure what to do with the money, where you will live and what the future holds.


 Immediately

seek legal advice if you’re experiencing or have experienced violence.

 If

your ex-partner does not agree to leave, you can apply for an order for him/her to leave.

A

solicitor can help you in this process or you can always consider the option of online legal documents.


 Your

housing rights depend upon the nature of housing you live in.

 Whether

you are married, in a civil partnership or cohabiting when the relation ends.

 Whether

you own the home or it is mortgaged.

 Whether

your home is rented.


You become entitled to tax credits and benefits that you weren’t entitled to as a couple. If you are separated from your partner, you can claim benefits right away. You can’t claim the benefits if your separation is temporary. Make sure your ex-partner has changed his/her address with their bank and other agencies.


 It

is important to contact your bank quickly if you have a joint account.

 Notify

the bank to prevent the use of your account by your ex-partner without your permission.

 If

there is an overdraft on your account, you can settle this with your ex-partner yourself.

 Banks

don’t usually close such accounts having overdraft.


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