It is not unusual for this scenario to play out, particularly between family members, de facto partners and friends. It may be that you have contributed money towards the purchase or improvement of a property under the belief that you owned, or would come to own, part of the property. If you believe you should be named on the title of a property you have an interest in, and are not listed as a registered legal owner, you may have grounds to lodge a caveat to safeguard your interest in the property. You should seek advice from an experienced property dispute lawyer at the earliest opportunity. Our Sydney team can assist you in acquiring your legal interest in a property or to access some compensation with respect to your interest.