Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida
selling a house
my ex wife followed me to florida about 18 months after our divorce. we got back together, not re-married,and bought a home. 2 years later i had to move out. now a year and 2 months later shes ready to sell it. do i have a right to exspect any money from the sale. we both signed on it. thanks DC
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: selling a house
If the title is under both of your names, then you have an interest in the property and your ex-wife cannot transfer title without your cooperation. If you and your former spouse cannot agree on to settle the matter, retain legal counsel. Good luck.
Re: selling a house
If your name is on the deed, your former wife will be unable to sell the home unless you cooperate with her as your signature will be required on the deed and other closing docments in order to transfer the title. I would suggest that you verify that your name is on the deed by checking either the public records, county property appraiser's records or a search of the public records in the county in which the property is located. This can often be done online.
If so, you should negotiate with your former spouse as to the full extent of your interest. If you refuse to cooperate, she will have to resort to time consuming and costly legal action in order to sell the property so your help will have a substantial value.
Scott R. Jay, Esq. 305-249-8000
Re: selling a house
Look at the deed. If your name is on it together with hers,you both own it. You are entitled to everything that she is.
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