Question

Scenario 1:

Andres and Maria have been living together for five years without being married. During their cohabitation, they acquired various assets and properties through their joint efforts and contributions. However, they decided to end their relationship and now need to determine how their properties will be divided.

Question 1: Based on the provisions of the Family Code, what property regime applies to the union of Andres and Maria? Discuss the effects of this property regime on the division of their assets.

Scenario 2:

John and Jane have been in a live-in relationship for eight years without getting married. During their relationship, Jane inherited a large sum of money from her late parents. She used a portion of this inheritance to purchase a condominium unit under her name. However, John made significant contributions to the monthly mortgage payments and other expenses related to the property.

Question 2: According to the Family Code, how will the property regime of John and Jane's union without marriage affect the ownership and division of the condominium unit? Discuss the rights and obligations of John and Jane in relation to this property.

Scenario 3:

Michael and Sofia have been living together for three years and have decided to enter into a cohabitation agreement in order to clarify their property rights and obligations. In this agreement, they specified that all properties acquired during their cohabitation shall be co-owned by them in equal shares, unless otherwise provided for in the agreement.

Question 3: In the context of unions without marriage, discuss the validity and enforceability of the cohabitation agreement entered into by Michael and Sofia. Explain the implications of this agreement on the ownership and division of their properties.