Is it possible to get my name off the mortgage of my former family home after the divorce is final?

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Is it possible to get my name off the mortgage of my former family home after the divorce is final?

I signed a quit deed during the divorce but my name remains on the mortgage and my ex-wife has not paid the mortgage since last year.

Asked on December 29, 2012 under Family Law, Washington

Answers:

Anthony Van Johnson / VANJOHNSON LAW FIRM, L.L.C.

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

At the time of a divorce, the Court typically gives the party who will retain the marital home a specific period of time in which to refinance the home into his or her name.  And if that party is unable to refinance the home, the home is placed on the market and sold.  At that time, each party receives 50% of the proceeds or is liable for 50% of the debt associated with the home.  This issue should have been addressed during your divorce action.  If not, you need to retain the services of an attorney to address this issue ASAP.


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