Full question:
My son and his girlfriend bought a house together. His girlfriend left and said she found someone else and wants nothing. They are both very young, 21. Is there a way to remove her from the deed/title so he can sell the house?
- Category: Real Property
- Subcategory: Deeds
- Date:
- State: Minnesota
Answer:
Your son can try to negotiate with his ex-girlfriend to sign a deed transferring her ownership to him. If she refuses, he might suggest selling the house and splitting the equity. If that doesn't work, he can continue making the mortgage payments and seek reimbursement from her for her share. As a last resort, he can file for a partition, which would force a sale of the property. In this case, she would still be entitled to her share of the equity, but he could potentially buy her portion during the partition process. It's advisable to consult an attorney to understand the costs and procedures involved in a partition.
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