Can my spouse buy property in a community property state without my signature?

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Can my spouse buy property in a community property state without my signature?

We live in CA. I read somewhere that they cannot buy proprty unless I sign a quitclaim. If I don’t sign it, can my spouse still buy the property?

Asked on August 2, 2018 under Real Estate Law, California

Answers:

B.H.F., Member, Texas State Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 5 years ago | Contributor

People often purchase property separate and apart from their spouses.  However, many finance companies will require something like a quit claim deed to prevent the other spouse from interfering in any potential future foreclosure actions. So, yes, a spouse can buy property without the signature of the other spouse. Howver, the terms will simply be subject any requirements of a finance company.


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