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I am a 40 year old female planning on moving from NY to Florida. My husband and I have been separated for over 7 years. I found a home I like but when applying for a mortgage I was told that in Florida I would need to have my husbands name on the title. We have not even spoken in almost 2 years and I don't trust him as far as I can throw him. Any advice? Are all states like this?

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No, all states are not like this, Ellen. Some are worse, like Georgia where a husband can buy and sell for himself, but the wife cannot. I would say move to California because here you certainly can own property on your own and without your husband's permission. As for Florida, I would suggest you consult with a Florida real estate attorney. Just get on line and ask. There probably would not be a charge. I do wish you well.

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With more than 41 years as a real estate broker, I can solve most any problem presented. If I can`t, I do my research. Problems with mortgages, trust deeds, foreclosures, odd ways of conveying titles. Most any good Realtor can answer questions satisfactorily, but I answer questions that most cannot. Also, ask about my hard-copy newsletter, The Landed Gentry. It can also be sent to you via PDF.

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Solving real estate problems for 37 years.

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National Association of Realtors

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Publishes The Landed Gentry, guest writer in Who's Who in Creative Real Estate, First Tuesday, Financial Freedom and many newspapers

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e-Pro Realtor, Certified Distressed Property Expert, Who's Who in Creative Real Estate

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