Summary
If you co-own a property and are facing a dispute, it is important to understand your rights. In South Carolina, if there is no agreement in place, you can file a partition lawsuit to force a sale. If one party fails to uphold their part of the agreement, you may have grounds to sue. Documenting your payments can support your claim in court. Without a written agreement, the court will typically divide the property equally. Contact the Richland County Court for more information. Marital status does not affect your right to file a partition action in South Carolina.Full Conversation
I am reaching due to I need legal advice on a matter dealing with property.
What specific issue are you facing with the property? Is it related to ownership, rental disputes, or something else?
Yes, related to ownership
What is the nature of the ownership dispute? Is it a co-ownership issue, inheritance, or something else?
I purchased a home with someone and we are no longer today. I need to know what my rights are and can I force the other owner to sell the property
What is the location of the property? Laws regarding co-ownership and property disputes vary by state.
Co owner
Could you please specify the state where the property is located?
Columbia SC
What is the agreement you had with the co-owner when you purchased the property?
In South Carolina, if no agreement exists, you can file a partition lawsuit to force a sale.
The agreement was for both parties to pay half of the mortgage, which I paid the mortgage
In South Carolina, if one party fails to uphold their part of the agreement, you may have grounds to sue. Have you documented your payments?
Yes, the payments came out of my bank account
Do you have any written agreement about the division of the property in case of a dispute or separation?
In South Carolina:
- Co-owners have the right to file a partition action if they wish to sell.
- Proof of payments can support your claim in court.
Nothing other then payment responsibility
In South Carolina:
- Without a written agreement, the court will typically divide the property equally.
- You can contact Richland County Court at (*) *-* for more information.
Can I go through the courts even if we weren't married?
Yes, marital status doesn't affect your right to file a partition action in South Carolina. You can proceed with the legal process.
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