Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida
My ten year lesbian relationship is ending, and I have growing concerns about property I inherited while she and I were together. My grandfather left am house to me and I put her name on the deed and took a motgage out with both of our names in order to protect us from matters that could stem from an untimely passing. She has not consistently remained in the residence and has even moved out of state a couple of time over out tumultuous relationship. Is t possible that she can now force me to sell my families home or will have her sign a quit clam deed absolve that ability?
2 Answers from Attorneys
It depends on the initial deed and on if your former partner can claim the house as her homestead. You likely have a tenancy in common and having her sign a quitclaim deed to you could erase her interest in the property, but you should have an attorney review the deed and more specific information regarding your former partner's residency.
How the property is titled will determine whether she can force a partition of the property. You either have a joint tenancy or a tenancy in common. Is she willing to transfer her interest in the property to you? Consult with an attorney for further help. Regards,
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