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What are my rights if my husband leaves me and my name is not on the deed of the house?

My husband says he wants a divorce and that I have no rights to the house.

asked by katherineagmailcom (132)

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There are laws in place to protect you and ensure that you will not have to move out of the house. If he files for divorce and was the one to move out of the home, leaving you there he is acknowledging that you have a right to be there.

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posted by Rose (6492)
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It depends if you live in a communitive state. If you do not then half is yours. This means you own half of what accumalated during marriage.

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posted by Danellia (85)
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The rules for this vary by state. In most states, however, anything that was bought during the marriage is the property of both spouses. This would include if mortgage payments were made during the marriage. If, however, he owned the house before you got married, it is his alone.

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posted by John (7910)
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Depending on what state you live in, the wife/spouse is able to get 50% of whatever property/belongings you have had through the time of your marriage. Even if your name is not on the Deed. Check with an attorney to see if your state applies

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posted by Jason41 (223)
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This depends on whether you are in a community property state or not. If you live in a community property state, it is half yours. If not, it isn't.

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