My partner owns the house we live in. At first, I was nervous about money — and about what would happen if we broke up.

Keelan Booth never imagined she would own a house, despite her initial desire to rent. When she moved in with her homeowner partner, she initially experienced nerves and insecurities about finances. After an open conversation about money, they agreed to split most costs evenly, with her roommate paying a third of the total. This arrangement allowed them to alleviate each other's concerns about overstepping financial boundaries.

They also discussed potential future expenses, like home repairs and renovations, planning to divide the costs. Although the homeowner planned to pay for her initial investment, the couple agreed that she would reimburse Keelan's half of future shared expenses if they ever broke up. This conversation proved liberating, as both parties felt more at ease about their financial roles and future together.