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Lost_at_55
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02 Apr 24 #522817 by Lost_at_55

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Hi all, I am contemplating divorce after 5 years together. My ex has 2 kids from a previous marriage (16 and 15), which the previous parent pays maintenance for.

Can anyone tell me how the kids are factored into our divorce settlement?

Many thanks and a huge thank you to the site, it is a god send!

hadenoughnow
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02 Apr 24 #522820 by hadenoughnow

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They are counted as 'children of the marriage' and taken into account when your stbx's housing needs are assessed.

Hadenoughnow

Lost_at_55
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02 Apr 24 #522824 by Lost_at_55

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Thanks for the confirmation, and what I was understanding. Would this mean that I would have to provide for them as they are already being supported by the ex's ex?

hadenoughnow
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02 Apr 24 #522825 by hadenoughnow

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You wouldn't have to pay child maintenance but her housing needs count as greater at least until the children are older.

Hadenoughnow

Lost_at_55
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02 Apr 24 #522826 by Lost_at_55

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Thanks for confirming.

It is an absolute nightmare trying to find info. I sold my home and moved in with my partner, invested a lot of money into their house to bring it up to date. Now feeling like I am going to lose the lot and be left homeless and penniless as it is their name on the mortgage.

hadenoughnow
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09 Apr 24 #522857 by hadenoughnow

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You can register matrimonial home rights and seek return of your contributions. It may be that you have to wait for the money though - possibly until the youngest is at least 18.

Hadenoughnow

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