Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Arizona

Real estate purchase+ separation

Want to purchase a home of my own and then get a separation from my spouse. How long does the paperwork have to be filed with the county for me to purchase?

I'm already qualified to purchase.


Asked on 6/30/09, 4:40 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Donald Scher Donald T. Scher & Associates, P.C.

Re: Real estate purchase+ separation

Once divorce papers are filed, that will usually establish a date of separation and terminate the community property interests. To be safe, you should have your spouse sign a disclaimer of any interest in the house you intend to buy, before the close of escrow.

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Answered on 6/30/09, 11:23 pm


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