Joint Check Cashing Solutions

Summary

If a joint check from a house sale cannot be cashed due to one partys refusal to sign, court intervention may be necessary. You can file a motion to compel the other party to endorse the check. Consulting with a local attorney can help explore your options.

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If a couple who's both names are in the deed to their house, split and sell the house, and a check is cut for their escrow amount, and it has both names in it, one refuses to sign it, is there anyway for the other person to deposit or cash the check?
Hi Lesa, you might need court intervention to resolve this. Here are some steps you can take:
- File a motion in court to compel the other party to endorse the check.
- Consult with a local attorney to explore your options.
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