Q My boyfriend recently moved into my home, which I bought five years ago with a 30-year mortgage. He suggested we set up a joint account and that he pay me rent and his share of the household bills.
I really appreciate the gesture – but my mam says if he contributes to the mortgage, that he could lay claim to a share of my property if we ever broke up. Is she right?
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