QUESTION
Is a house still considered marital property even if only one person is on the deed
Asked on Jul 31st, 2025 on Divorce - New York
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My wife is the purchaser and her father is the co signer on our home. It was purchase during marriage. We are getting divorced - is this still considered marital property?
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Property Disputes Transactions Attorney serving Lake Success, NY
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Vishnick McGovern Milizio LLP
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Good morning,
Under New York law, the house would be considered a marital asset. Anything purchased during the marriage is presumed to be a marital asset.
Answered on Aug 11th, 2025 at 5:26 AM