15/10/2026
“I paid the mortgage, so the house is mine.”
But is that how family law works?
Paying the mortgage is an important financial contribution, but it does not mean you are automatically entitled to the whole property.
In a property settlement, the Court considers more than just who paid for the house.
In this video, we explain the 4-step process the Court may use to assess property settlements and why both financial and non-financial contributions matter.
⚖️ Every family law matter is different, and the outcome depends on your circumstances.