Before you leave your relationship information continued: Steps to Take Open your own bank account that is if you don’t already have one. Make sure that your partner cannot access it. Freeze all joint accounts at any banks or other financial institutions. If your pay goes into a joint account, redirect it into your own account. Property ! Who’s name is it in, yours and your partners, or just your partners. You may need to lodge a caveat on the property/s to avoid them being sold prior to property settlement. Whos name is on the lease, if you are renting. If your name is on the lease you may need to change this so you are not liable for any damage or rental arrears caused by your ex partner. It is important to do this with the utility bills also so that you do not leave yourself liable. Make a list of all your assets, any debts in joint or your name. A budget will be an important, considering you financial situation. Your Will, do you need to change this. It is important to document the date of your separation. Phone accounts, making sure that they are separated. Make sure you have copies or originals of all the documents you will need.
Posted on: Thu, 30 Oct 2014 21:00:00 +0000
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