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A cohabitation agreement is a written document between two people living together in a de facto union. You may also hear the denomination ?de facto? union agreement referring to this document. A cohabitation agreement is helpful in a range of decisions you have to make as a couple.

An Affidavit of Cohabitation is a statement under oath by a man and woman saying they have lived together as husband and wife for a period of at least 5 years without any legal impediment to marry each other.

To create a legally binding cohabitation agreement, you and your spouse must be completely open and honest about your financial situations and you must both sign the agreement in front of a witness. There cannot have been any pressure or threats involved in signing the agreement.

What is an example of cohabitation? Marriage with both married people living together is cohabitation. Two people who are not married living in a similar arrangement as that of a married couple is also cohabitation.

For more typical cases, examples of documents that can help prove cohabitation (living together) include: Copies of the following, showing both spouses' names: Joint mortgage or lease documents (make sure to include a copy of the entire mortgage or lease) Utility or other bills showing both spouses' names.

FAQ Fill out the names and contact information of both parties. ... Describe the relationship between the two parties, including how long you have been living together. Provide any additional details about your living arrangement that support your claim of cohabitation.