Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New York

coowners

MY mother and her boyfriend bought A house togeather.When they broke up she tryed to get him to signover his half.He refuesed to.So my question is if there is any way to make him pay for half the morgage.Thank you kas819


Asked on 9/13/03, 3:46 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Seth Kaufman Seth M. Kaufman

Re: coowners

She probably cannot force him to pay for the mortgage, but she may be able to recapture the excess in value (equity by mortage payments, but also improvements, for example) that she contributes. If she cannot afford to keep the house without the co-owner's assistance, she may want to consider forcing an action for partion/sale.

I need more details to give further advice. Your mom can call me at 212-367-9167 to schedule an appointment. I do not charge a fee for the initial consultation.

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Answered on 9/13/03, 4:18 pm


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