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Thread ID: 103838 2009-10-08 01:25:00 Defacto Relationships convair (13650) PC World Chat
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817942 2009-10-08 05:25:00 Doesn't always work. If it goes to court there will always be someone treated unfairly and they will be granted consideration in one way or another.

With the new act that came in, which treats relationships over 3 years, the same a marriage, I believe with a properly worded legal document, you are allowed to contract out of that act. It is best to get something written up by a lawyer, to give to the partner at the beginning of the relationship.
If not, then it would be far too high a risk if you have money, to get into a relationship, as you never know if they are only in it for the money. It is yet another stupid NZ law, to treat a relationship the same a marriage. If the couple wanted the financial security of marriage, then they should get married.
robbyp (2751)
817943 2009-10-08 05:38:00 If any of you decided you wanted to date someone, how do you think you'd react with "Sure, just sign this, will you?" :rolleyes: the_bogan (9949)
817944 2009-10-08 05:47:00 If any of you decided you wanted to date someone, how do you think you'd react with "Sure, just sign this, will you?" :rolleyes:

You obviously don't do it on the first date, but certainly when you decide to move in together. It is just common sense in todays environment, and Lawyers certainly recommend it. The only times I wouldn't do it, is if I had no money or assets, or if we both had assets and money of similar value. If the partner refuses to sign it, then they aren't the person for you., but if you are like minded and compatible, then I am sure that there wouldn't be any issues with them signing it.
robbyp (2751)
817945 2009-10-08 05:48:00 Seems the idea would be to kick the tart into touch before the 3 year mark to save your stuff and money. prefect (6291)
817946 2009-10-08 05:48:00 The woman will take everything anyway.

Speak for yourself.
I broke up with husband once 3 years in, for a short time. I took some appliances and the bed.
He kept the rest including the house.


All depends on the people involved and whether there was much unpleasantness or not.
pctek (84)
817947 2009-10-08 05:56:00 If I had a nagging or cheating partner I'd glady give up half the assets anyway.
Depends on the value you put on peace of mind I guess.
Sweep (90)
817948 2009-10-08 05:58:00 Seems the idea would be to kick the tart into touch before the 3 year mark to save your stuff and money.

As long as you keep them away. That three years doesn't have to be continuous, does it?
the_bogan (9949)
817949 2009-10-08 05:58:00 About $1.00 max for my peace of mind. prefect (6291)
817950 2009-10-08 06:00:00 As long as you keep them away. That three years doesn't have to be continuous, does it?
I would guess you could deduct time they left you and stayed at mums or were unfaithful.
prefect (6291)
817951 2009-10-08 06:36:00 If any of you decided you wanted to date someone, how do you think you'd react with "Sure, just sign this, will you?" :rolleyes:

They would probably say are you serious, why should I sign this?:banana
convair (13650)
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