Should I get divorced? Sell our house? What percentage am I and my 1 child entitled to?

Question

separated for 4 years...still in the house but needs renovating...?

Answer 1

Separated 4 years, then as far as the IRS is concerned you are divorced, just a matter of filing the paperwork to make it official now. If the house is bigger then you need then you should sell. The % you get depends on your circumstances (who bought the house, who's paying the mortgage, any child support received, ex-husband make more/less money then you). You'll have to get an attorney to file for child support from your ex and any other money/asset you feel should go to you.

Answer 2

Michael M put it rather harshly but, I can see, like him, the underlying concept you are steering towards. Most ask for help on the relationship first. Worried about how the kids will react, how you will cope, how you will survive. But, you jump right in to selling the house, and percentages. Leaves a very bitter taste in my mouth.
If this isn't the case, and you just worded your question poorly, I think it would be a wise choice to go talk to your husband. I mean it may be a decision he has already made for you. 4 years is a very long time to be separated. Only 2 options here, divorce or try to make another run at it. As one who cleaned up in the divorce, I would still love to reverse my choice and would have liked to have tried one more time. The kids suffered so much, and not in the beginning but, in their teens when their own mind starts to think abstractly and can judge you for your past mistakes. So, my advice..... try just one more time!

Answer 3

What percentage you would be entitled to if you sell your house (if you get divorced) depends on what state you live in, the terms of the mortgage, etc.

We'd need more information to give an answer.

Answer 4

Yes you should. If you've been separated for 4 years tan it's time to move on sweetie. And if the house is going to be more of a burden then sell it and get you and your child in another home, than split the remainder with your ex.

Answer 5

If it replaced into offered in the previous you have been married, i'd think of it would have alot to do with the era of the marriage. If he offered it past the finalization of a divorce...i'd communicate on your lawyer because of the fact i've got faith each and each state varies on premarital materials, and that i comprehend some additionally think with regard to the era of the marriage. yet once you have contributed to the acquisition of the domicile, maintenance, and usual fee of the domicile easily i'd exhibit that and the place attainable teach receipts, and evidence of such....that is going an prolonged way (no depend if it replaced right into a premarital purchase or not) The branch won't constantly be 50/50 yet you will desire to in any state have reimbursement on your contributions. yet lower back i'd communicate on your lawyer, and in case you haven't got one get one.

Answer 6

I have many friends who have gone through this same scenario, and it never turns out pretty. Especially for the children.

However, if you've been separated for 4 years, it may be that your relationship is irreconcilable. Hope he's a good dad.

Answer 7

if you divorce he needs to pay child support every week you take half of every thing and you have a bigger chnace of getting the house and the kids

Answer 8

Laws vary state to state. For accurate answers, you need to contact a local attorney.

Answer 9

tonalc is essentially correct - you need to post information regarding what state you live in for starters for us to give you an intelligent answer, who's name is the house in, any information on the mortgage, and any information that might be pertinant that was in the seperation agreement - if there is anything.

Good Luck!!!

Answer 10

Hi,you need to go & get advice.Citizens advice is a good place to start & only you can decide if you want a divorce.Good Luck