Short answer
Premarital property generally remains separate. However, a substantial increase in value resulting from expenditure during marriage may support recognition as joint property.
Practical example
Before marriage, one spouse owned an unfinished house that was later completed using joint funds. This differs from routine maintenance expenditure.
What to do
Keep evidence of the original condition, valuations, construction costs and payments. Check any marital agreement.
Points to consider
Living together or minor cosmetic repairs do not automatically create joint ownership. The significance and cause of the increase must be established.
Legal basis
Civil Code of Georgia, Articles 1161, 1163. Current text: https://matsne.gov.ge/ka/document/view/31702
Information checked on 28 October 2026. The outcome depends on the documents and facts of the individual case.
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