[MD] Is there anything else I need to do when buying out my ex-partner’s share of our home?
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You have it outlined and planned well. I do not see an issue. You could elect to have a law firm oversee signing, notary, and filing for a small fee, but that's up to you.
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I understand the situation with your ex-partner and the house in Anne Arundel County, MD. Have you both agreed on all the terms of the buyout, including any potential future liabilities?
Yes.
Have you considered consulting with a real estate attorney to ensure that the quitclaim deed is properly drafted and executed to protect your interests?
I am not opposed to that as a final check, but I’d like to do most of the necessary leg work first.
Is there anything else the Real Estate Lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured they’ll be able to help with your quitclaim deed.
No.
Hello and welcome to Ask a Lawyer! My name is Daniel and it’s a pleasure to meet you! Thank you for reaching out with your question. I have been a licensed lawyer in private practice for over 21 years and look forward to helping you today. I'm sorry you're going through this. I know it can be hard and time consuming. My approach is to better understand the situation and then fully address your questions and concerns. Before I can provide an answer, I'd like to first ask you a couple of questions:
- Your ex agrees to take her name off title in consideration for the payment?
- Has the deed been signed yet?
- Ex is nowhere on the loan, to confirm?
1. Yes
2. The quitclaim deed I drafted, you mean? No
3. Correct. She is listed on the deed of trust, but the promissory note from the lender mentions (and is signed by) me alone.
Okay, thank you. Please give me a few moments to review that. Thank you.
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You have it outlined and planned well. I do not see an issue. You could elect to have a law firm oversee signing, notary, and filing for a small fee, but that's up to you.
Okay, thank you. That answers my question.
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