Q: How do I get a co owner off of a land contract that is not contributing financially but refuses to leave the home?
My ex and I are on a land contract together however he refuses to leave, has no job, and does not contribute financially in anyway. I have made all the house payments, utilities are in my name, and I made the initial down payment. Only real claim he has is that I foolishly allowed his name to be added to the land contract and so now he is a co-owner. He is jobless and has no way to make the payments. I have been told unless he signs off or we default I am SOL. Just wondering if there is any other way to resolve this situation.
A:
You say 'your ex' implying there was a divorce?
If so, the divorce judgment should specify who is responsible for what financially and who owns the house.
If you were not actually married things are far more complicated. I would urge you to consult with a local real estate / domestic law attorney to see what can be done in your situation. To understand better would require disclosure of personal information that wouldn't be appropriate in a public forum -- you need to talk with a lawyer to insure you don't get into bigger trouble than you are in now because you added his name to paperwork without legal advice.
Don't delay.
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