Legal Question in Intellectual Property in Missouri

As a Franchise Attorney I can say this. Probably best at this point is to have him transfer the house to both of you as joint tenants. But a full review of all facts are necessary. Consult with a good business or franchise attorney in your area for specific advice.

Mr. Franchise - Kevin B. Murphy, B.S., M.B.A., J.D.

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This is a real property question not an intellectual property law question. If I were a "Franchise Attorney" in California (a community property law state), I would not be giving real estate legal advice for Missouri (a non-community law state). That is risky and may constitute unauthorized practice of law. In Missouri, there are many ways to accomplish what you want. To me an irrevocable will is a more direct way, since it specifically addresses what you want. Another way is to get married to him. Putting only his name on a deed is not the best way or even a good way. To make the point, you might tell your "boyfriend" that you want the house in just your name, and see how fair he thinks that is. That should get him to change his position and put you on the title. If not, your boyfriend may not be such a friend after all. Some other options are an irrevocable option to purchase, an insurance policy, a will, a lease, a transfer into joint tenancy with right of survivorship, an irrevocable power of attorney. Ignore the prior advice, as you do not need a business or franchise attorney, you need a real estate or wills and estates lawyer. I am not such a lawyer, but I am a Missouri lawyer and can refer you to someone who is.