How is finance managed by cohabiting couples?

[Anonymous]

Hi Friends,

I have a topic to discuss with you all.

How is finance being managed by cohabiting couples?

Usually one guy will be staying with the other partner. So the house ownership will be under one person. Will the house ownership be shared with the boyfriend after the boyfriend moves in to cohabit?

Will bills be split between the couples to be paid? Like Boyfriend A pays the water bill and grocery bill while Boyfriend B pays the electricity bill and gas bill. Is it something like that?

If the couple goes to the restaurant, will they normally split the bill between the two? (since both are guys)

I am a single gay guy and have never been in a relationship before. So, I am curious how finances is being managed within couples.

I am not a money-minded person. But if I ever be in a relationship in the future, I want to learn what are the boundaries I should have in terms of finances as a partner in a relationship.

Thank you.