Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Illinois

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My boyfirend and I bought a house together. The deed is a joint tenancy with right of survivorship. We want to sell the home. I paid the downpayment. Can he get any of my downpayment?


Asked on 4/30/07, 5:16 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Thomas Moens Moens Law Offices, Chartered

Re: Real Estate

If you can come to an agreement with him regarding the division of proceeds, then you may be able to receive the additional funds you have put into the property. If not, you may need to file a partition action. This approach will take time, however, so your best bet is to get an agreement, in writing, before the property is sold.

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Answered on 5/01/07, 9:19 am
Joseph Michelotti Michelotti & Associates, Ltd.

Re: Real Estate

he can get all of it unless you do something first.

Email me if you have any questions

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Answered on 4/30/07, 5:31 pm

Re: Real Estate

Yes.

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Answered on 4/30/07, 7:42 pm


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