Understanding Texas Property Laws
When purchasing or selling property in the state of Texas, there are two key laws that you must be aware of: Community Property Laws and the Homestead Law in Texas. Becoming knowledgeable about these laws is important in order to keep yourself protected.
Community Property Laws
According to Community Property Laws, any property that is acquired during a marriage is the property of both partners. The only exception to this rule is if either spouse has property that is defined as “separate property.” In order to be considered separate property, the property has to have been claimed by one of the spouses before the marriage. Or, if it is acquired after marriage, it can be considered separate property if it is acquired as “by gift, devise or descent.”
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