Q: My boyfriend and I went half on a home in cash how can l protect myself if he decided to sell with out my consent
Both our names are on the deeds
A:
You will be happy to know that if both of your names are actually on the deed, and the same deed has been filed in the county wherein the property is, then the property could never be sold without your signature. ( Unless someone commits fraud or forges your signature. )
If you are unsure as to whether or not the deed was filed with your name on it, call the Title company to confirm your ownership. If that does not work, then you can ask the county clerk for a copy of the most recent deed that was filed for the property.
If you are still worried, you should ask the clerk for a copy of any liens or mortgages that have been filed on your property. All of that information is open to the public.
I hope this helps. If you need more information you can email my office at cucciesq@yahoo.com.
- Attorney John Cucci, Jr., Esq.
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