Girlfriend owns flat. Boyfriend moves in. If he pays towards mortgage, is that in effect taxable?

Bendy_House

SadieO said:

Bendy_House said:

What I'd strongly suggest is that she keeps paying the mortgage in full - I presume she can afford to - and they split every other cost-of-living bill in half. Everything - energy, food, insurance, repairs, etc.

She should research "beneficial interest" though - the partner may be able to claim this if he says he has enhanced the house and so contributed to increasing its value or even just paying bills might count. 

Not a chance. Even less than someone renting a room, as he won't EVEN be contributing rent.

Nothing written - completely unnecessary. Just work out the living costs, and split them. 50:50 or whatever. They are at the start of a permanent relationship.