Refinancing Home Without Spouse

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If you acquired your home before marriage, it may be considered separate property in North Carolina. If the home is solely in your name, you might refinance or take equity without your husbands signature. Verify ownership with a title search and consult a real estate attorney to confirm your options.

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I had my home before I got married. My husband has dementia and live with his daughter in Florida I live in North Carolina. I . I don’t have power attorney. His daughter has legal guardian ship over him now. How can I get refinancing or equity out of my home without having my husband to sign?
Hi ****! Since you acquired the home before marriage, it may be considered separate property in North Carolina. Here are some general pointers:
- If the home is in your name alone, you should be able to refinance or take equity without your husband's signature.
- Verify ownership details with a title search.
- Consult with a real estate attorney to confirm your options.
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It looks like you've gathered all the necessary information to connect **** with a local attorney. Given her situation involving real estate and guardianship issues, this is indeed a high-value case for professional legal assistance. If there's anything more you'd like to know or need further assistance with, feel free to ask!