Fort Worth, TX asked in Real Estate Law for Texas

Q: Can I be legally forced to sell my home after an ending relationship? Both names on loan, and not legally married. TY!

I just want to know if I can be forced to sell my home, just because other party wants to leave and wants money? Also, we are not legally married, and we do not meet the elements of a common law marriage.

Any advise would help. Thank you!

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Vincent Gallo
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A: As you are both on the deed, either of you can force a sale of the real estate by means of a judicial proceeding.

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A: Any owner can usually file an Action for Partition.

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