QUESTION
In the event of a divorce, will a spouse be in entitled to cash and bonds that was an inheritance and the sale of the house from a parent?
Asked on Apr 02nd, 2014 on Divorce - Michigan
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Litigation Attorney serving San Antonio, TX
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In Texas, generally money or property inherited by a spouse is his or her separate property and the other spouse has no rights in it.
Answered on Apr 03rd, 2014 at 2:41 PM
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As long as it was maintained as separate property and is not community property, no, the spouse should not be allowed to share.
Answered on Apr 03rd, 2014 at 2:40 PM
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Generally, inherited property is considered your separate, non-marital property unless it has been commingled with marital funds/property. You should consult with a divorce attorney to discuss the specifics of your case.
Answered on Apr 03rd, 2014 at 2:40 PM
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Generally speaking, anything that was inherited is not a part of the marital estate. There are exceptions to that rule, however.
Answered on Apr 03rd, 2014 at 2:39 PM
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Generally not but there are exceptions, see an attorney.
Answered on Apr 03rd, 2014 at 12:32 PM