Can I make my wife pay half the mortgage?
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Can I make my wife pay half the mortgage?
Yes, your ex will have to pay half of the mortgage if they are listed on the mortgage as you will be both equally liable to the mortgage lender and in the case of the mortgage being defaulted then the mortgage lender will come after the both of you for the mortgage balance plus any costs.
Can I leave my home before divorce?
Do not move out of your home before your divorce is finalized. Legally speaking, it is one of the biggest mistakes you can make. The person who leaves, even if it’s because they’re shocked by the news that their spouse wants a divorce, is legally considered abandoning the family.
Do I have to still pay the mortgage if we separate?
If you’re both named on the mortgage, you’re both responsible for the payments – including any arrears – even if one of you moves out. When you separate, you might be able to make other arrangements for paying it.
What is my partner entitled to if we split up?
What are my rights if I separate from my partner? Money or property in your partner’s sole name will be presumed to belong to them alone, unless you can prove otherwise. You have no right to claim financial support for yourself, although you do have the right to claim support for any dependent children.
Can I sue my ex wife for not paying the mortgage?
If the decree states that she is responsible for the mortgage, then your recourse is to bring a contempt action against her and have the judge order payment. If she cannot afford to make the payments, then you should request that the judge order the sale of the marital home.
How do you calculate maintenance payments?
On the basic rate, if you’re paying for:
- One child, you’ll pay 12% of your gross weekly income.
- Two children, you’ll pay 16% of your gross weekly income.
- Three or more children, you’ll pay 19% of your gross weekly income.
How do I buy out my partner from our house?
Once you have your valuation, simply deduct the amount of mortgage you owe to find out how much equity you have. You’ll then owe your partner around half of this figure if you wish to buy them out from the mortgage.
