Protect Your Investment and Your Relationships
Buying a Property Together? Make Sure You're Legally Protected.
Whether you’re purchasing a home with a romantic partner, a friend, a family member, or a business partner, a co-ownership agreement is essential. Without one, you’re relying on handshake deals and hope — and that’s risky when real estate, money, and long-term commitments are involved.
At the Miller Firm, we help co-owners protect their rights, clarify responsibilities, and prevent costly legal disputes down the road.
What Is a Co-Ownership Agreement?
A co-ownership agreement is a legally binding contract that spells out each party’s rights and obligations when buying and owning real estate together. It covers things like:
- Who owns what percentage of the property
- How mortgage payments, taxes, and repairs will be shared
- What happens if one party wants out, passes away, or becomes incapacitated
- Who gets to live in the property (and under what terms)
- How the property will be sold, refinanced, or divided
Whether you’re splitting everything 50/50 or contributing different amounts, a well-drafted agreement will protect everyone involved.
Why You Need One
Without a co-ownership agreement, you’re vulnerable to:
- Disputes over money or responsibility
- Legal battles over sale or buyout terms
- Delays in refinancing or estate transfers
- Loss of control if the other owner dies or transfers their interest
With one, you get peace of mind and a clear plan in case anything changes — because things always do.
Our Co-Ownership Agreements Are:
- Custom-Tailored: We don’t use cookie-cutter forms. Your agreement is built around your unique situation and goals.
- California-Compliant: We know the laws, regulations, and real estate practices in your area.
- Clear & Enforceable: Written in plain English, so you understand exactly what you’re signing.
- Designed to Protect Everyone: Our co-ownership agreements will contain buyout and dispute provisions that save time, money, and stress later on.