Legal Question in Family Law in Massachusetts

Abandonment of property?

My sister's fiance' just broke up with her. They just bought a house 1 year ago together, both names are on the mortgage. He is intending to buy her out in about a month. If my sister were to move out now, would that be considered abandonment of property or would a certain amount of time be required to be so? Do you have any additional advice to give?


Asked on 12/27/06, 12:33 pm

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

Abandonment of property?

Abandonment is not an issue. Her name is on the deed and on the mortgage.

She should make sure that the settlement of this problem gets her name off the mortgage and the deed. Without this, she remains umbilically locked into the property.

If you have any questions, contact me.

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Answered on 12/27/06, 2:59 pm


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