Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New Jersey

Quit Claim Deed

State of New Jersey: My ex lives in the house and the house is titled to both of us. Can I do a quit claim deed and transfer/sell my rights to the house to someone other than the ex and/or children? The equity on the house is approx. $200K. Ex is not willing to sell the house and I need some money for my living expenses and for child support obligation


Asked on 3/30/09, 6:08 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Bernard J. Berkowitz Berkowitz & Raiken

Re: Quit Claim Deed

You first have to carefully review your divorce/property settlement agreement. Before doing anything, bring them to an attorney to get an legal opinion.

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Answered on 3/31/09, 10:24 am
Richard Vallario Richard W. Vallario Law Office

Re: Quit Claim Deed

This question is impossible to answer without reviewing your divorce Judgment and/or Settlement Agreement. However, even if you were able to sell your 1/2 interest any buyer would pay only a small percentage of your equity. Call us if you want an appointment to review your paperwork.

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Answered on 3/31/09, 4:31 pm


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