Before You Break Up
Make the decision up in your own mind first.
Don't give him or her hope.
Be honest.
Do it in person, privately.
Don't expect to be friends right away.
Make sure if you say "let's be friends" that you actually mean it.
Don't start dating someone else right away.
Don't snipe at each other.
Responsibilities
When living together, decide Who is going to stay and who is going to go.
Decide if you will sell the house.
If you have joint debts, you need to decide how you will deal with them.
If you have a bank account in joint names you will need to take action.
If You Move Out
Inform the bank and all credit companies or anyone you have a hire purchase agreement with.
Inform your doctor, dentist, and any other health workers.
Inform the water, gas, electricity and telephone companies.
Inform the post office - if you need your mail to be redirected.
Inform the company you have your buildings and/or contents insurance with.

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