Either of those purchases are fine during separation. Two potential concerns, one your spouse may want to be certain you account for the spending, just in case the money you use for the purchase of the car may be considered marital, just keep your records. Also, if you plan to finance the car, the finance company will likely want your spouses signature on the contract. However, for either transaction, if you have not executed a separation or free trader agreement (allowing you to contract as an individual), it will be up to the land lord or lender whether they will contract with you. If your income alone can cover your contracts with them, should not be a problem.
Deborah M. Throm
Rosen Law Firm
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Chapel Hill, NC 27514
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Email: dthrom@rosen.com
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