Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida

My boyfriend and I lived in his home he purchased,He later quit deed it to me ,it was notarized,however,I lost the original and only had a copy.I didnt file the deed with the courts, 2 years went by with us living together ,doing this time I did all kinds of repairs to home,carpet ,tile ,paid the mortgage etc,then we got married April 9th 2009, then 2 weeks after we got married he quit deed the same house to his sister,this one wasnt notarized,he later Feb 10,2010 he had it notarized and file.Do I have any claim to the home that I invested so much in.


Asked on 4/16/10, 8:04 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

no, but you have may have an equitable lien for the $ invested.

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Answered on 4/22/10, 1:28 am
Lesly Longa Longa Law P.A.

Too bad you didn't file it. Consult with an attorney about what your options are at this time. Good luck.

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Answered on 4/29/10, 6:47 am


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