If I refinanced my house and paid $20,000 to my wife in exchange for her taking her name off of the deed, does she have any further rights to the home?
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If I refinanced my house and paid $20,000 to my wife in exchange for her taking her name off of the deed, does she have any further rights to the home?
This was about 8 months ago. She moved out shortly after but now wants more money for the house. Since she took the money and signed off the deed, am I safe?
Asked on July 6, 2015 under Family Law, California
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
I am surely hoping that this was an agreement that was done in writing. If it was not then you may have a few issues to contend with. It sounds as if she wishes to set aside the verbal agreement and she may have standing to do so. I would discuss this with a lawyer in your area. Good luck.
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