Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida

Hi,I was awarded my home in my divorce six years ago, which my ex did not show up for. His name is the only one that is on the title for the home, the taxes are in my name, his name has to be on the insurance since he is on the title, how can I get his name off and have it in my name without his signature since I do not know where he is, i tried to refinance but the mortgage company would not budge, if I have a insurance claim, I will not be able to collect, and then me and my children will be really homeless, my question is, if I let this go in forclosure and walk away, can there be any reprocussions against me? How can I put it in my name, I am a single mom of two children that I am supporting on my own so I cannot afford legal fees, can you help please!!!!!!


Asked on 3/24/10, 5:40 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Alterraon Phillips APLaw, LLC

I presume there is currently no mortgage on the home. In such case, take a copy of the court order granting you the home (which should list the address, property control no., and or legal description of the home) to the county clerks office, circuit civil division, and file a copy of the order with the Clerk of Courts in your County. Advise them you are doing this to change the name on the title of the home. If they need any additional information from you, they will ask. Should be less than $20 to file depending on the number of pages in your court order. Hope this helps.

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Answered on 4/04/10, 11:40 am


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