Who gets the house in a Texas divorce?
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Who gets the house in a Texas divorce?
The most common type of real estate divided during a divorce is the marital house. If one spouse wants to stay in the home, they can agree to keep the house and the debt associated with the house. The parties may also agree that one spouse will keep the house and give the other spouse half of the equity.
How do I start a divorce in Texas?
Basic steps to filing a divorce in TexasFiling the petition. One of the parties must first file a petition with the court called the “Original Petition for Divorce” (along with paying the requisite court fee). Legal notice. The hearing. The final decree. The assistance of a family law attorney.
Do both parties have to agree to a divorce in Texas?
In a Texas uncontested divorce, you can prove the lack of contest in two ways. Both require the other spouse to sign some papers. When you file for a divorce, you must serve your spouse or your spouse signs a waiver of service. However, if your spouse refuses to sign the waiver you can still proceed by service.
