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What does the law say about how to split the house, how to share pensions and other assets, and how much maintenance is payable.
The four basic steps to reaching an agreement on divorce finances are: disclosure, getting advice, negotiating and implementing a Consent Order.
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Hmm, I would not be so sure of that. If he changes his mind again, what would he have to do to get his £5k? He would need to apply to court for enforcement. At which, the OP could produce his letter stating that he no longer wants it. I very much doubt he would win in those circumstances.A letter from him will count for nothing if he changes his mind.