Charleston · Selling

Can I sell my Dewees Island house without my spouses signature during a divorce?

Selling a Dewees Island house without your spouse's signature depends on whose name is on the deed, since a jointly titled property generally requires both signatures to convey clear title regardless of the divorce proceeding. A family court order can sometimes authorize one spouse to sign alone once issued. A family law attorney and the closing attorney should confirm what your specific deed and any court order allow before listing.

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