[USER]

Hello, my spouse bought a house on his name after 15 years of marriage. What are my options, if we get a divorce?

what are my legal or financial options regarding ownership or rights to the property?

I’m curious about what steps others have taken in similar situations or what advice you’ve received. Did you find it necessary to seek legal counsel, or were there other ways to address this?

Your insights and experiences would be greatly appreciated!

Thank you

[Scott]

Depends on the state you live in. I was told in Michigan, didn’t matter that her name wasn’t on the deed.

It was half hers

[Elizabeth]

This feels like such a red flag – do you know why he bought it in just his name?

Did he consult with you?

[Stephen]

I know this is none of my business, but that seems to be a selfish move. Assuming that he didn’t even discuss it with you.

Hope you guys are ok.

[Luke]

It most likely
Common property. My wife isn’t on any of our 4 properties or 4 cars.

She would still get half

[Jason]

Ohio has dower rights on personal property whether you’re on the deed or not. If it’s in a LLC or other business entity then dower rights don’t apply.

[Jennifer]

Since you’re married, it would be community property. Laws could be different in Florida.

Here in CA you’d have rights to it as his wife regardless of on title

[Dee]

So, he bought another home using martial money without discussing it with you? Why? To house his mistress?

I can’t think of any other reason why a married man would buy another home without discussing it with his spouse, first.

[Robbie]

Because he used marital money then it’s half yours. Keep Good records For proof of where the money came from.

[Tara]

If it comes to divorce, You’ll need a good lawyer, like everyone else going thru it.

In the meantime be aware that you’re potentially loosing opportunity to build your credit history with the regular payments.

[Adam]

Are you on title to the property? Was there a pre-nup? Also depends on the state.

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