Q: Separated,am I respnsble for 1/2 hse pmt on top of my new rent? is this smthng that needs to be reslvd b4 movng out?
Wife will be occupying our home until we decide resolution
A:
The short answer is that you are responsible for half the house payment. Conversely, you are entitled to half of the fair rental value - which is usually largely a push. However, there are a lot of rules that apply to these situations and each case is different so you need to get a consultation with a family law attorney and discuss your options.
It would probably be best if you could resolve this before you move out, but you need to know how the circumstances of your case fit within the rules.
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