if husband buys house with cash and only puts his name on deed. Do i still own half the house?
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if husband buys house with cash and only puts his name on deed. Do i still own half the house?
money was from 401k . we have been married for 30yrs
Asked on May 14, 2018 under Family Law, Florida
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
You do not own the house if you are not on the deed: only those persons on a deed or title or owners. However, in a divorce, you will likely have the right to receive a share of the value of the house if it was bought while you are married--that is a function of matrimonial/family law, not real estate/property law, and is due to your position as spouse. Speak with a family law attorney to better understand what you may be entitled to in a divorce.
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