What are my rights to a house if the deed of the house is in both names?
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What are my rights to a house if the deed of the house is in both names?
My ex and I separated after 15 years; we were not married. We purchased a house together while we were a couple so the deed is in both our names with right of survivorship. She wants me to sign over the house entirely. She paid most of the downpayement, all of the closing costs, most of the home improvement expenses. Initially the mortgage was in both our names for 4 years. When we refinanced right after ending the relationship (after her emotional infidelity), she solely took on the mortgage in her name choosing to keep the deed of the house in both our names with right of survivorship intact.
Asked on June 21, 2012 under Real Estate Law, New York
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Under the laws of all states in this country, if title to the home that you are writing about is in your and your "ex's" names, then you and the "ex" own it where you and the "ex" may have equity in it.
Under the law, you have an ownership right to the home. If you want to have your interest in it bought out or have other questions concerning the home, I suggest that you consult with a real estate attorney about the subject.
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