Q: If I am on a deed with partner as AND - the house is paid off. He paid it. Do I have half house?
partner and I bought house, he paid it off. Since my name is also on deed, am I owner of half house? If a husband works, wife doesn't - she has half the house
A: As I understand your question, you and your domestic partner are both on a deed, your partner paid the mortgage off and you are wondering if you are the owner of 1/2 interest in a paid in full property, even though you did not contribute financially. The answer is probably YES, by virtue of being on the deed only, but there would be no way to know for sure without reviewing the language contained in the deed. Your husband and wife scenario would not apply in this instance, since you and your partner are not married and Florida does not recognize common law marriage. Best of Luck! Jennifer
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