my spouse and I are contemplating divorce and we purchased a house in both of our names, what are our options?
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my spouse and I are contemplating divorce and we purchased a house in both of our names, what are our options?
He refuses to move or sell.
Asked on October 11, 2018 under Family Law, Arizona
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
This can be resolved in the divorce. The court should do what is "equitable," or fair, regarding the property. If you and he cannot agree as to the property's disposition, and the one who wants it cannot or will not pay for it, the court can order that it be sold and the proceeds divided between the two of you.
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