If my ex-wife is still on the deed to my house, what is her claim to it now that I want to sell?
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If my ex-wife is still on the deed to my house, what is her claim to it now that I want to sell?
We divorced 10 years ago. The decree was not specific on who gets the house but I have retained residence there for a decade and made $20,000 in improvements. Is she entitled to half or only the
equity at the time of divorce?
Asked on March 17, 2018 under Family Law, Kentucky
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
Please seek help from an attorney. What do you mean "not specific?" Why was the house not addressed? If the asset was not distributed - if it doesn't say who gets it or what is to happen to it - then she may really be entitled to some of the equity. The money you paid for the improvements or the mortgage are a credit to you. See what the value as of the date of divorce was and make the argument that any passive increase can not be attributed to her. Good luck.
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