Home Buyout Legal Rights

Summary

If youre not married and didnt have a written agreement about property division, youre generally entitled to the percentage of the homes value that you contributed. Placing house payments in escrow may depend on your mortgage agreement. You cant generally place a lien for personal reasons but you can for unpaid debts. Consult a real estate or family law attorney in Ohio to explore your options.

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I own a home with my now ex boyfriend. He paid for some improvements to the house while we were together. He wants to buy me out. Do I have the right to ask for *% of the appraised value?
Hello ****, in Ohio, if you're not married and didn't have a written agreement about property division, you're generally entitled to the percentage of the home's value that you contributed. However, if you both agree on a *% split, it's possible. It's best to consult a real estate attorney for personalized advice.
He has also locked me out of certain rooms in the house and is keeping my belongings from me. Can I put my house payment in escrow and put a lien on the home?
Hello ****, in Ohio:
*. Placing house payments in escrow may depend on your mortgage agreement.
*. You can't generally place a lien for personal reasons but you can for unpaid debts.
It's recommended to consult a real estate or family law attorney in Ohio to explore your options.