Summary
Bob, a resident of Louisiana, is dealing with a real estate dispute involving a property in West Virginia that he jointly owns with his ex-girlfriend. The property is fully paid off, but his ex-girlfriend, who also owns a home in Florida, refuses to sell the property or buy out Bobs share. She plans to continue living in the West Virginia property for at least another year before retiring and moving to Florida. Bob is seeking advice on his legal rights in this situation.Full Conversation
I have a real estate question
What specific real estate issue are you facing, ****?
I purchased a home in April * with my ex girlfriend in Moundsville...WV
What is the specific issue regarding the home you purchased with your ex-girlfriend?
We were never married. We both signed the deed and have equal share of the property
What is the specific issue you're facing with the shared property? Are you looking to sell, buy her out, or facing a dispute?
I left the home in *. I helped finish paying it off a year ago. She will not leave the property and doesnt want to buy me out or pay rent
What steps have you taken so far to resolve this issue?
In Florida, you may need to file a partition lawsuit to force the sale of the property.
I live in Louisianna....the home is in West Virginia
What is the current status of the property deed in West Virginia?
Paid in full
What is your ex-girlfriend's stance on selling the property to a third party?
In West Virginia, you may need to file a partition action to force the sale of the property.
She doesnt want to do it and says she will stay there as long as she wants
What is the reason your ex-girlfriend is refusing to sell or buy you out?
In West Virginia, you can file a partition suit to force a sale if co-owners disagree.
She owns a home in Florida...and can move there...but works in Ohio and wants to work at least one more year before retiring
What is the estimated value of the property in West Virginia?
150k
What is your ultimate goal with this property? Do you want to sell it, rent it out, or something else?
Sell
What is the reason preventing you from selling the property?
Her
What is your ex-girlfriend's legal stance on the property? Does she have any legal claim or is she just refusing to leave?
She owns half
She owns half of the property
What is the reason she is refusing to sell her half of the property?
Because she wants to work in Ohio at least * more year before retirement. Says she is not moving until then
What is her plan after retirement? Will she be willing to sell or buy you out then?
No i am trying to fi
What legal steps have you taken so far to resolve this issue?
No i am trying to find out what my legal rights are. I asume she will move to Florida after retiring
What is the current status of the property deed in Florida?
I dont own it. She does
What is the status of the property in Florida? Is it also jointly owned or solely owned by her?
Her
What is your ex-girlfriend's plan for the property in Florida after her retirement?
Moving there
What is the current status of the property in Florida? Is it paid off or still under mortgage?
Mortgage
It is still mortgaged
What is the remaining balance on the mortgage for the Florida property?
No idea. Probably 40k
What is the estimated value of the property in Florida?
I dont know. Why does this matter for my rights
Understanding the value of the Florida property could help in negotiating a buyout or other resolution. Have you considered mediation or arbitration?
I dont own Florida property or have any rights to it
What is your plan if she refuses to sell the property in West Virginia even after her retirement?
Thats why i am asking you for my legal rights.....now before she retires and after
What is the current market value of the property in West Virginia? This information can help determine the best course of action.
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