Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Ohio
Property Rights
I bought a house in FL in 2000.
It is in my name only.
It is currently being rented.
I am newly engaged and my permanent residence is in Ohio.
Does my future husband (who is from Ohio) have any claim, or is he entitled to interest, in the house I purchased before our marriage? He has helped me with two mortgage payments which I made clear I would pay back (but haven't as of yet).
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Property Rights
First, congratulation's on your engagement!
Your husband-to-be will not have any rights in the house if only your name is on it. However, he will have a right to get money back from you for the mortgage he helped you pay (assuming he gave you money as a loan), and in such a case he could place a lien on the house until you pay him back.
Another thing to think about: If you happen to pass away before him, and you are married to him at the time, your house will become part of your estate and he could then possibly have a claim to it. For this reason it's important to think about your estate plan, which will enable you to have better control over your property.
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