
Buying Property with Friends: The 2026 Co-Ownership Survival Guide
Homeownership feels out of reach for millions of Americans in 2026, but a growing number of buyers are finding a workaround: pooling resources with friends. This comprehensive guide breaks down the financial, legal, and interpersonal realities of co-ownership — from structuring a fair mortgage split to drafting exit agreements that protect everyone involved when life inevitably changes.

