Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Re: divorce and real estate law

if you signed the mortgage note, yes.

Re: divorce and real estate law

Very simply yes. Your attorney may be able to help you lessen the problems.

Re: divorce and real estate law

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Yes, if you signed the promissory notes for both the house and boat, then you are responsible if she defaults. The lenders are not a party to your divorce and will not release you just because you give the items to your wife. Your best scenario would be to get your wife to refinance both items as part of your settlement to remove your liability if that is feasible.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.