Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida

How do I get my rightful share of property after breakup
I split with my boyfriend after five years of owning a home on Cape Cod Massachusetts. I moved to Florida, he refinanced the house and I was informed in order to get part of my share I needed to sign a quit claim deed. (I got approx. $20,000.00 so I did not get my full share. We purchased the home in October of 1999 at $142,000 and at the time of my departure it was worth close to $400,000.00.) Unfortunately I did. I imagine I have no recourse in this situation. To make matters worse I did another stupid thing when we got back together (briefly) and I put up $5000.00 for a downpayment on two lots in Florida and am on the deed, but so is his dad because he needed a cosigner. His dad did not invest any money and the property is all paid for now. The original price of the land was $18,500.00 and is now worth approximately $100,000.00. How do I break free and get my fair share of the land, I know he'll put up a fight over this.

Asked on 6/26/05, 9:39 am

David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

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Re: How do I get my rightful share of property after breakup

As an owner you bring a partition action to sell the Florida property. A court will determine your share.

good luck

Answered on 6/26/05, 9:49 am

henry lebensbaum Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)

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Re: How do I get my rightful share of property after breakup

You may have recourse as to both property. Certainly partition or its equivalent in Florida, and an equitable action in Massachusetts.

Answered on 6/26/05, 11:00 am

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