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Many couples own homes together<\/a>. If they ever decide to separate, they need to know what to do with their co-ownership. They could simply sell the home to solve that issue. But after a legal separation or divorce, one of the two people may want or need to stay in the home. If the deed doesn\u2019t reflect that new, solo status of the resident homeowner, things can get a little confusing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here is a Frequently Asked Questions<\/em> list dealing with deeds and decrees \u2014 and a brief comment for each question.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Q. If my home\u2019s deed is in my name and my spouse has never been named on it, I have the right to just sell the property, right? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A.<\/strong> In most states it is not so simple. Even if you bought the home before you got married, your marriage is relevant to how you dispose of your assets now. You\u2019ll usually need your ex-spouse\u2019s consent to close a sale. This is done through signing a waiver of any interest in the property\u2019s value. If your ex won\u2019t sign the waiver during divorce proceedings, your attorney can petition the court to order a property sale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A. In other words, my name being on the deed doesn\u2019t trump the divorce decree?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s right. Spouses gain \u201cequitable interests\u201d in each other\u2019s assets. Your attorney will review your deed and your mortgage documents to plan out the steps you\u2019ll take to arrive at a fair and legal division of assets that\u2019s acceptable to the court.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q. So a court could also compel me<\/em> to sell a home that\u2019s deeded in my name?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A.<\/strong> Yes. Your name may be on the deed, but a court has authority to change your deed. If, during a divorce case, the parties can\u2019t agree on how to divide the value of their property, a court can \u201csplit the baby\u201d by ordering a sale and a fair division of proceeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q. Will the lender remove a person who moves out of the home from the mortgage automatically?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A.<\/strong> No. Rarely does a loan agreement direct a lender to release a co-borrower in the case of a change in life circumstances. Mortgage companies get no benefit out of freeing a debtor from the debt. Co-borrowing homeowners remain responsible for the loan \u2014 even if one leaves the home. So, the general rule is not to sign away a deed to a home without getting released from the debt. If you\u2019re directed to sign the deed over for the purpose of completing a home sale or a refinancing, follow your lawyer\u2019s guidance before signing.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q. If I\u2019m still on the mortgage and the home goes into foreclosure, how can I be legally responsible? We\u2019re divorced!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A.<\/strong> To a lender, the status of your relationship doesn\u2019t matter. The lender just needs to get the loan repaid. If you are named on the mortgage documents as borrower or co-borrower, you are responsible for the loan. Your credit is on the line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q. My ex should be able to repay the loan. Can I compel my ex to pay?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A.<\/strong> Maybe. First, protect your credit rating and act to avert a foreclosure. This depends on the lender getting repaid on time. Call your mortgage company if you need to negotiate an agreement. If you are considering taking legal action to get your ex to pay, consult with your lawyer for guidance informed by state law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q. The divorce decree says I get the home. Is this automatic?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A.<\/strong> No. Your ex has to actually sign over the deed. A divorce decree itself is not a deed transfer. It simply states how the parties must divide their property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q. How do I get my ex to sign the quitclaim deed as the divorce decree has directed?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A.<\/strong> Does your court decree or settlement agreement instruct your ex to sign a quitclaim? If so, your lawyer can ask for a court order to compel your ex to sign the deed. Concerned that your ex won\u2019t sign the deed as the court directed? Speak with your attorney. Hold your ex in contempt of court. As a last resort a court may issue a court order in lieu of the quitclaim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q. When we separated, my ex refinanced. While I\u2019m not responsible for the mortgage, my name is still on the deed. When my ex wants to transfer the deed, what then?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A.<\/strong> You say you\u2019re not responsible for the mortgage repayments. But if you\u2019re on the deed. If your ex stops repaying the loan, the lender could foreclose on the home and  have it auctioned off at a discount. So you do have a financial stake in this \u2014 one that might be better resolved now than later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And if your ex were to pass away, you might wind up wrangling with the family over probate. (This depends on how the deed is vested<\/a>.) In any case, does it make sense for your ex to pay a mortgage on a home without full ownership rights? You might want to speak with your lawyer about negotiating with your ex and separating your assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Q. Can a lender take my name off if the loan is assumable?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A.<\/strong> If you have an FHA mortgage or some other form of assumable loan, you may be able to have it assumed by whoever keeps the home. Under such an arrangement, your ex could keep the loan just as it is, with all its current terms in place. To find out how this works with a given loan, borrowers should speak with their mortgage consultants. Ask about fees and whether the party who leaves can be released from the loan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q. Can couples who remain on speaking terms split up the property by themselves?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A.<\/strong> Yes. To change an existing deed, the parties need to create a new deed. Any deed holder may prepare a quitclaim deed and transfer their property interests. They put the world on notice of the transfer by recording the deed<\/a> in the county where the home is. But there are important reasons for both parties to consult with their own attorneys and receive legal guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Protect Your Interests<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Experienced divorce attorneys have seen many mistakes. They can help clients take the proper steps, one by one. Doing everything in the right order sidesteps the pitfalls, and protects your interests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Note:<\/em><\/strong> We offer this article to help readers ask good questions, and to encourage well-planned deed decisions. But this is not legal advice. Remember: No website can substitute for consulting a lawyer for case-specific guidance under both state law, and how the law relates to your own situation. Meeting with your own attorney is the way to discern your rights, responsibilities, and possible courses of action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Supporting References<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Law Firm of Colgan & Associates, LLC (Pennsylvania): Sale of Solely Titled Real Property During Marriage or Divorce<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Quentin Fottrell for The Moneyist<\/em> on MarketWatch via MarketWatch.com<\/em>, published by Dow Jones & Co.: \u201cI Was Devastated by Her Infidelity\u201d \u2013 I\u2019m Still on the Deed of My Ex-Wife\u2019s House, but Our Divorce Decree Says She Gets the Property. Am I Sitting on a Golden Goose<\/a>? (updated May 12, 2024).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Deeds.com<\/em>: Deeds and Divorce<\/a> (Jun. 25, 2020).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And as linked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More on topics: <\/strong>Troubleshooting after divorce<\/a>, <\/strong>Assuming a mortgage<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Photo credits: Living Together<\/a>, via StockSnap; and Cathrine S\u00e6ther<\/a>, via Flickr \/ AdvokatSmart<\/a> Norway (CC BY-2.0 Generic<\/a>).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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