
divawise asked: We have decided to purchase an investment property be co-owners with my boyfriend so we can split the profits upon selling it after 1yr. What legal steps do I need to take to ensure my interests are protected? The mortgage will be under my name. The plan is for him to lease the property for 1 year make monthly payments that will cover the mortgage. I will continue to rent. We will both contribute equally towards upgrades needed for the house to sell after 1 year. How should he be listed on the title? should the interest be 50/50? What additional legal documentation would be needed incase we decide to split. I realize as the loan will be under my name I will be solely responsible. How can I ensure I can sell the property if I need to if he ceases to rent I decide not to move in to the property, can I remove his name from the title? How would I need to set this up to begin with to allow for such flexibility. I haven’t closed the deal as yet but will be doing so soon.
Derrick