Legal Question in Family Law in Texas
A woman marries a man that is paying on a home and it is in his name . After 4 years of marriage is the woman entitled to 50% of this asset?
Asked on 5/18/10, 12:52 pm
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Fran Brochstein
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Based on your question, you do not understand community property and separate property law in the State of TX.
He owned the home BEFORE marriage. It is his separate property. Did he re-finance it during the marriage? That would make a difference. She might be entitled to a percentage of the increase in the value of the home. However, with property values dropping in the Houston area, there might not be an increase.
I would encourage a consultation with an attorney.
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Answered on 5/23/10, 9:46 pm
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