Am I not entitled to at least 50% of the house’s value if I paid for it but is in my wife’s name?

Sounds like it is marital property to me so you would get half, correct. Use of a lawyer is recommended.

Your rights can only be determined by a Judge. Generally the marital home is equally divided. You do not have to leave unless a court orders it.

Generally, when parties go through a divorce, the court will look at all assets and liabilities obtained and incurred during the marriage, and presume they are marital and subject to equitable distribution. This is a rebuttable presumption, and unless rebutted, the court will generally allocate and distribute the assets and liabilities on a fifty-fifty basis, regardless of how they may be titled. Unless there is domestic violence between you, the court is unlikely to make either of you move out until the case is disposed of. This is not necessarily what is best for all concerned, however, as living together in the same house while divorcing can be extremely stressful, especially if you have children together. Given the likelihood of divorce in your future, you should consult with an attorney to discuss the specifics of your situation and your options.

It is the marital home, right? What you need to do is go see a family attorney near you. The attorney will be able to have a full discussion with you and ask you questions and get answers.

Have you considered Mediation? Mediation is Fast, Effective and Affordable, and because MEDIATION IS REQUIRED FOR EVERY DIVORCE CASE IN FLORIDA, it may be a good option for you to consider at this time. Mediation can help you resolve your issues without the necessity of paying high fees for an attorney.