Should I get a joint mortgage with my partner or apply alone?

Short answer: Joint = more borrowing power but both fully liable. Get property sharing agreement. Consider pre-nup for property.

What this actually means in plain English

A joint mortgage uses both incomes, so you can borrow more. But both are fully responsible for the whole debt. If one person stops paying, the other must cover everything. If you split up, you are both still on the hook until the house sells or one buys the other out. Get a property sharing agreement.

Key Facts

Example

Partner A Income: $50,000

Partner B Income: $45,000

Combined Income: $95,000

Single Borrowing: ~$280,000

Joint Borrowing: ~$570,000

Trade Off: More money but shared liability

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