What options do I have to force a refinance of a mortgage debt that was left to my ex-husband after the divorce?
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What options do I have to force a refinance of a mortgage debt that was left to my ex-husband after the divorce?
I was divorced 3 years ago and the house was given to my ex to pay for and live in. I don’t want this on my credit for another 20 years but I’ve asked him to refinance and he won’t. What options do I have to get out of this debt so I can purchase a home of my own?
Asked on August 6, 2012 under Family Law, Texas
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
You may have a lot of options. How this is dealt with in your divorce agreement is the key as well as the court order granting the divorce and incorporating the agreement. If the agreement states he is to refinance then you can sue him to do so or for an alternative ( like selling the hosue) and hold him in contempt of the court order that incorprates the agreeemnt. Seek legal help. Good luck.
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