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Single again Female wont add Ex to Deed

Bought a house in 11/2005 which should have been a co-ownership. Other party did not qualify for lack of credit history. Agreed to marry and share ALL expenses equally, him being considered co-owner contributed 50% of downpay. Apart from mostly cosmetic house repairs by him (I paid for all material) and general mantnce which we share, he made next to $0 contribute. He reneged on our agrement regard a 50/50% $$ contribution. Now we're divorced 02/2009 and because of his age (60+), his 50% (already lived ou) deposit, and our verbal agreement, I'd like him to continue to reside as a live-in partner and to pick up his share of the rent and utilities (monies not including home ins., taxes, and other owner related $). My credit slid from excellent to weak and I'm now out of $$, credit excel and soon to be jobless. He is DEMANDING that his name be put on the DEED. or he will not repay any monies owed nor will he contribute or move. I know nothing of his finances, he's financially irresponsible and dosen't hold a steady job. How can I get out of this withou $ harm to either of us? Can I be repaid? There was no divorce settlement.

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Asked on 4/20/09, 12:08 pm

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Walter LeVine Walter D. LeVine, Esq.

Re: Single again Female wont add Ex to Deed

While the facts are unclear, I am not sure you want him on the Deed yet, especially with the poor track record you describe. I suggest some written agreement between both of you, spelling out each party's rights and obligations, plus history, that could be recorded, so he is protected. A Deed adding him to title ownership could be held in escrow (not currently recorded) to be recorded once he proves he will meet all agreements. I can assist in this, and contact me directly if you have questions.

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Answered on 4/20/09, 12:35 pm


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