Are student loans part of a divorce?
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Are student loans part of a divorce?
Legally, any student loan debt you incurred before getting married is considered separate property and remains so after the divorce (with the exception of a prenup stating otherwise). So if you borrowed $70,000 to attend law school before marrying your spouse, that debt is yours.
Are Student Loans considered community property in Texas?
The Texas State Law Library notes Texas is one of just nine community property jurisdictions in the United States. However, student loans that were incurred during the marriage are presumed to be joint property. As with other marital debt, it will be divided in a just and equitable manner.
Can you buy a house if your spouse has bad credit?
Yes, in fact, there are several options when buying with a spouse who has bad credit: Apply as a solo applicant: The simplest option is to apply for a home loan by yourself as a solo applicant. This requires you to be able to service the loan on a single income and only your name will be on the property title.
