Q: If my spouse and I purchased a home while married, however separated but not legally, my name is not on the loan or deed
And my spouse dies before divorce, am I responsible for property?
A: The house is considered marital asset, regardless of which person's name it is in. Once you legally divorce marital asset will be divided, with the judge making the decisions after reviewing the facts of the case. -Homer P. Jordan IV, Esq. 404-620-1558 HomerJordan.com
A: If only your spouse's name is on the loan, you do not have a contractual obligation to pay the debt on the home.
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