QUESTION
If two parties are on a title to a home, can one party execute a sales agreement on their own?
Asked on Apr 06th, 2017 on Estate Planning - California
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An unmarried couple both hold title to a residential property. Can one of them legally sell the property and sign the sales agreement without the other party's signature on the documents?
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It is possible to sell a fractional interest in property, but it is rare because it is generally unmarketable. Is there also a power of attorney from the one owner to the selling owner, expressly granting the power to sell the principal's share?
Answered on Jul 18th, 2017 at 8:22 PM
No, all title owners must sign.
Answered on Jul 03rd, 2017 at 6:33 AM