i never put the house in her name and we have no kids together. thanks
2007-10-22 14:22:13 · 14 answers · asked by Jared K 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
It varies state to state but usually anything that was yours before the marriage isn't going to be split in the divorce... however you might want to ask a divorce attorney in your state to make sure.
2007-10-22 14:29:47 · answer #1 · answered by magickalbear 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends upon the laws of your state. If it is a community property state,than when you married-regardless of her name being on it or not she would be entitled to something out of it...most states go by a percentage of what the house is worth and how long you have been married. Even if it was paid off-unless you can prove that she had absolutely nothing to do with paying for any upkeep or maintenance--i.e. your finances were completely separated and you totally maintained separate accounts on everything.
2007-10-22 14:29:20 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The first poster said she would still be "entitled" to half. I disagree, the judge will award her half but that doesnt mean she is entitled to it. That is your house and questions like this and previous experience are why I have serious doubts about ever getting remarried. Losing half, risking alimony and if you have kids, the high probability that they will be taken away and you will be charged excessive child support are too much to deal with. I own my house and another piece of land, no one else is entitled to it, nor is anyone entitled to your house.
2007-10-22 14:39:27 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Laws are different from country to country. It would depend on how long you were married for, also. If you were only married for a short time you might be lucky to come out of it with your home still belonging to you. Good Luck.
2007-10-22 14:27:24 · answer #4 · answered by Alwyn C 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
it depends what state you live in some states say that it is half hers and some will say she has no rights talk to a lawyer right away or you could loose your house. I think every couple should leave with what they started with and and anything gained or owed after marriage should be shared. but thats not the law good luck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2007-10-22 15:42:22 · answer #5 · answered by sunshine 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think, anything you accumulated together in the marriage it will get split. If the house was yours before the marriage that will remain with you.
2007-10-22 14:27:37 · answer #6 · answered by Chris B 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Consult a lawyer - laws vary depending on where you are. Just thank your lucky stars there are no children involved.
2007-10-22 17:50:12 · answer #7 · answered by Frenchy-68 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on your state, and most important!! Who gets the BEST LAWYER!! Good luck
2007-10-22 14:34:30 · answer #8 · answered by happywjc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In most states you would keep the house.Just watch out for the bank account and other assets.
2007-10-22 14:26:44 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
you as long as she signs a pre nuptal agreement, i advise everyone to do that when there is property involved prior to marriage.
2007-10-23 01:44:03 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋