Buying a house while divorced is pending

[Kathy 1948]

I live in California. I filed for divorce and it will be final in January. I am going to sign a quit claim deed to my husband for the house we own together now. He has paid me for my half. I am trying to buy a house on my own. It is an FHA loan. Will they accept a notarized copy of the property settlement agreement (as it can't be filed until the end of the six months)? Or can my husband sign a quit claim deed on my new property? If he does this, do his debts come into play on the loan app????? Help.....I need an answer ASAP. Thanks....... My little dream cottage is waiting.......

 

[dorenephilpot]

This is a common question.

The mortgage lender will have a handy dandy little form that it can give you to get his signature.

Ask for this form, get his signature, and you're on your way.

 

[Kathy 1948]

Thank you so much for your help. I think that is just what my lender has in mind. I sure hope it works!!! Thanks again.