sale or buy out of home

My husband purchased the house we live in 4 years before we were married, we've been married for almost 6 years but living together for 8. My name has been one the house from the start of our marriage. I would like to sell the house but my soon to be ex wants to keep it. Fine, but he has to buy me out, right. Pay me 1/2 of what would be left over after we sold the house and paid whom ever their %. Even if not for the 4 years before, but definitely I'm entitled to something for the time I've been there and paying into the house. I've worked the entire time we've been together, in fact I currently work three jobs and I'm a stay at home mom of a two year old boy. I really appreciate any advise to ease my mind. I will need part of that money to put a down on someplace else.

by kt 1 Post
Posted on 12/17/2007 4:26 PM

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In my opinion and experience he will have to buy you out of your half of he house. Double check though with your attorney.

by Barkley 912 Posts
Posted on 12/17/2007 9:48 PM

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Yes, he needs to buy you out but that should be stipulated in the court order. I dont know if he gets more of a percentage because he was there first but I wouldnt think so. Consult with an attorney about your rights. The bottom line, however, is that it will be up to the judge.

by Lori-Woodall 876 Posts
Posted on 12/17/2007 7:55 PM

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I would say yes. However, contact a lawyer where you live. Each state is probably different. I am in Canada and in Canada, the answer would absolutely be yes since your name is on the house.

by ncshoppe 24 Posts
Posted on 12/17/2007 4:36 PM

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