Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Break up

I am in a 6 year relationship which has just ended. We have lived together for the past 3 1/2 years. I moved in and put about $30,000.00 in upgrades to his home with the understanding that we would sell it and with the profits build our home together. We only had a verbal agreement,not a written one. Is it legally binding? We agreed he would maintain his regular bills and I would put my money in the house and pay for food, furniture, cable, and whatever incidentals came up. Do I have to move out and start over with nothing? Can I keep all the appliances and so forth I purchased? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

Sincerly,

Not-so-bright and Scarred


Asked on 1/05/07, 1:44 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Marie-Anne Oatley

Re: Break up

Even though you did not have a written contract, you may still be able to sue to recover some of your money. This is a question for a contract attorney rather than family law as you would have to sue under contract law. Be prepared and have as much documentation as possible (e.g. personal checks, receipts).

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Answered on 1/05/07, 2:37 pm
David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

Re: Break up

Beffore he sells the house from under you, establish a lien by way of court order.

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Answered on 1/05/07, 5:16 pm


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