Hi
Just wondering if anyone has any experience of this or any advice?
My ex parter and I have a 2 and 3 year old. We seperated about a year ago. We're nor married and own the house jointly. We had previously agreed that I would buy out his share of the property. I have a mortgage offer to do this. He is now refusing this as I am not agreeing to 50:50 shared residency for the girls. I want to be primary carer as strongly feel it is in their best interests (he has not contributed much at all).
I feel totally stuck as he will not move out and rent temporarily. He has 200k in his account which his mum has just given him to buy somewhere. He is looking at houses but wants the right one, which I understand.
The problem is living with him is seriously affecting my mental health. We argue all time and it's having a real impact on the girls, there behaviour is awful and I know it's because all the stress they are experiencing.
There has been no recent domestic abuse. Around 3 years ago he threatened to punch me in the face and another time raised his fists to me. I threatened to leave (wish I had!) and he hasn't done this since.
Do I stand any chance by applying for an occupation order? I am just so stressed and can't face living like this anymore.
Any ideals would be greatly appreciated.