Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

Property acquired before marriage

If I acquired my home before marriage but when I refinance my home its under both or our name only through the bank but not the deed will my husband still be entitiled to half my property?


Asked on 3/02/09, 10:56 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Patricia F. Bushman BUSHMAN LAW OFFICES

Re: Property acquired before marriage

His name on the loan does not give him ownership rights; only his name on the deed does that. However, if community funds are used to pay the loan(s) on your separate property he might have a "money" claim if you should divorce. There are some things you can do to protect your property. You should talk with a good family law attorney before you sign that loan.

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Answered on 3/03/09, 12:55 pm


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