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A property ownership agreement for couples in Ireland sets out how a couple owns a home together and what happens if they separate or one of them dies. This Property Ownership Agreement for Couples provides a ready-made, Ireland-specific agreement under Irish family and succession law. It is for couples who want their shares and arrangements recorded clearly.
What’s included
- Editable Word template written for use in Ireland
- Plain-English guidance notes explaining each section
- Completion checklist
- Delivered by email after payment — you fill it in yourself
Not included: legal advice, tailoring, review, witnessing or filing.
Who this is for
- Unmarried couples buying a home together
- Couples who contributed unequally to a deposit or mortgage
- Couples where one partner owns the home and the other contributes
- Couples who want clarity if the relationship ends
How it works
- Pay the price shown on this page by card.
- The template, guidance notes and checklist are emailed to you.
- Complete the template yourself using the guidance notes.
- If you want your completed document checked, ask a solicitor of your choice — you can find one through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a property ownership agreement for couples cost in Ireland?
The price of this self-complete template is shown at the top of this page. You pay once and there are no further charges from us. The price covers the template and guidance notes only — it does not include legal advice or review by a solicitor.
Why do couples need a property ownership agreement?
Without one, it may be unclear how a home should be divided if you separate, particularly where contributions were unequal. An agreement records what you intend.
Does the agreement affect the mortgage?
The agreement is between the couple. The lender’s rights under the mortgage generally take priority, and the agreement should be drafted with this in mind.
For more on separation, children and family law, see our Family Law in Ireland guides and services.
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