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inter-spousal transfer deed

Posted on: 24th May, 2012 08:53 pm
I am presently in process of divorce. Both my husband's and my name are on the mortgage to our home. If an inter-spousal transfer deed is signed by my husband and the judge awards me the home, does the mortgage company have to let me assume our present mortgage in my name only or will I be forced/required to take out a new mortgage. I am worried about qualifying as I have never owned property in my own name.
hi lbotorf,

if the assumption clause is mentioned in the mortgage docs, then it will be easier for you to claim assumption. however, in most cases, the lender will want you to refinance the mortgage in order to get it transferred in your name.

thanks
Posted on: 24th May, 2012 10:39 pm
Hello lbotorf,

It may be that the property should be transferred out of the name of one spouse into the name of both spouses before it is transferred to the FLP. This may be a good idea even though the property is technically community property held in the name of only one spouse.

:idea:
Posted on: 24th May, 2012 11:38 pm
>>does the mortgage company have to let me assume our present mortgage in my name only

No

>>or will I be forced/required to take out a new mortgage

You'll need to refinance your existing mortgage, or assume it.

Also, if an inter-spousal transfer deed is signed, there's a 99% chance it'll activate the due-on-sale clause in your note, making your mortgage due-and-payable, unless you receive permission from your Lender first. It amazes me Judge's don't warn homeowners about that clause.
Posted on: 26th May, 2012 09:26 am
Your answer makes absolutely no sense, Sabrina.
Posted on: 26th May, 2012 09:27 am
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