If my ex-husband got the house in the divorce but never took me off deed or mortgage and then died 13 years later, is the house mine?
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If my ex-husband got the house in the divorce but never took me off deed or mortgage and then died 13 years later, is the house mine?
Can I sell it? Do I have any legal recourse if not?
Asked on September 11, 2014 under Family Law, Kentucky
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
If the terms of the divorce settlement were clear and he got the house then the house will be considered part of his estate. You should have executed a quit claim deed when the divorce was finalized. His estate will ask you to do that now. Good luck.
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