I was wondering if I already owned my own residence before I was married if it would be ok if I was to get divorced, I do not want to lose it. Also my fiance has bad credit, would marrying her make creditors come after me. I want to make sure I would keep my place since it would be in my name only. Also, what would my obligations be if I were to get divorced financially? Thank you for any help
2007-08-08 08:35:13 · 6 answers · asked by ohio1973 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
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2007-08-08 08:42:34 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
okay well here goes in florida where I live even if the house was yours before you got married ,it is now hers as well . it does not make a difference . Yes the creditors can come after you but most likely wont. You want to put the house in your name only ? what kind of husband are you ? if you get divorced then you would have to sell the house or pay her half out of it . I think that maybe you are not ready to get married cause you know nothing of sharing .
2007-08-08 15:48:26 · answer #2 · answered by Kate T. 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The rules differ depending where you are, and in most states, what you have coming into a marriage, you get to keep after you get divorced. But if they don't have that in your state, you can spell that out in the pre-nup, just make sure you get a good lawyer to draft it for you.
As far as her bad credit and creditors comimg after you, if you live in a community property state, it is entirely possible that her creditors can come after you and your property to settle her debts. Look into the laws in your area.
2007-08-08 15:45:05 · answer #3 · answered by Hillary 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Help her get her credit score up before you get married. Legally since you owned the home before marriage it is your's and she has no claim to it. I would get a pre-nup signed stating that any old debt that she brings into the marriage is hers, not yours, so if you were to divorce you are not liable for it, only for debt incurred while married. If you are having doubts call off the wedding.
2007-08-08 15:53:23 · answer #4 · answered by Ryan's mom 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the state and the laws of your state.
Some states have community property laws that change the equation. Some mandate a certain percentage of the total assets be given to the spouse.
And you can change most of the outcomes in most states if you have a prenuptial agreement.
2007-08-08 15:40:51 · answer #5 · answered by coragryph 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your marriage is illegal.
2007-08-08 15:39:16 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋