How can I get a copy of my divorce certificate in California?

How can I get a copy of my divorce certificate in California?

You can obtain a certified copy of the entire divorce decree and other documents from the divorce file by visiting or contacting the clerk of court’s office or the court’s records management office.

What happens when one person wants to sell the house?

In this scenario the party who wishes to sell will have to issue Court proceedings to obtain an Order for Sale. The Court will give directions about how the property will be marketed and sold. The directions may include an Order for the party occupying the house to vacate.

Can I be forced to sell my share of a property?

A If you and your co-owners are tenants in common – and so each own a distinct share of the property – then yes you can force a sale. If there is no such wording you are all joint tenants and will need to sever the joint tenancy before you are in a position to apply to a court for the “order for sale”.

Can I sell my house if it’s in joint names?

Joint ownership of a property simply refers to two people who each have a share in their property. Typically, if one person wants to sell the property then both parties need to agree in order for the sale to go ahead without having to involve the Courts.

Can my ex sell the house without my permission?

You can only sell the house without consent from your spouse (this includes civil partnerships) if they are not joint owners. This means you can sell, rent out or re-mortgage the property, do pretty much anything with the property that you want, without having to have your spouse’s permission.

Can my wife force me to sell the house?

If you and your ex own a home that is in both of your names, they cannot legally force you to sell the house. Usually, spouses trying to force a property sale need to free up the capital so they can find a property of their own. Therefore, this is sometimes an agreeable solution for both parties.

What is the difference between co owner and joint owner?

Joint owners have rights that are defined by the type of ownership method chosen. The term “co-owner” implies that more than one person has an ownership percentage of the property. Joint ownership, in its three common forms, refines and defines the rights of the co-owners.