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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Business
Jim Griffin

Can I get my money back from an ex?

Every week a Guardian Money reader submits a question, and it's up to you to help them out - a selection of the best answers will appear in Saturday's paper.

"But it's my money!" "But you had an affair!" Bliss. Photo: Rex

This week's question: I lent my boyfriend £2,000 while we lived together. However, after I had an affair we split up - it was over a year ago and he never paid me back. I've just discovered he's landed a well-paid job and got a new girlfriend. Can I ask for this much-needed money back?

What are your thoughts?

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