Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New York
my husband and i been married for 19yrs owned a home for 7yrs my name is not on the deed or mortgage can i do i attatch my marriage certificate to the deed simalar to a quick claim deed without his consent
Asked on 9/13/10, 9:12 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Carol Ryder
Law Office of Carol Ryder PC
It sounds like you are thinking about splitting up and what happens when you do. Being married does not automatically entitle anyone to assets. Nevertheless, a home in one person's name alone may be put into "the pot" to be divided by the judge (or via agreement) when you divorce. This sounds like it could be a considerable amt of money at stake-get a lawyer.
Answered on 9/18/10, 2:57 pm