Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Texas

land/house ownership

We live in Texas. I bought a house before getting married. If we were to divorce, would he be able to get my house? My name is on all paperwork and his is not. Also, He has not now or since our marriage had a job, so he has not paid any taxes or mortgage. Thank you for your assistance.


Asked on 12/28/08, 8:38 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Cheryl Rivera Smith The Smith Law Firm

Re: land/house ownership

Texas is an inception of title state. Anything acquired before marriage is separate property and anything after community property (with some exceptions). The house would be your separate property. However, he might be entitled to reimbursement of monies spent if he contributed financially (offset by the benefit he received as a resident).

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Answered on 12/29/08, 8:11 am


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