CourtneyB,
Generally, property owned before marriage is separate property. However, if marital funds were used to increase the equity in the home (by decreasing the mortgage amount), he may have an argument that he is entitled to his portion of the increase in equity.
The car is marital property if it was bought with marital funds, regardless of how it’s titled. If you and your husband agree, you can have an agreement drafted dictating the division of property however you wish, including a refinance provision.
Hope that helps.
David L. McGuire
Attorney
The Rosen Law Firm
4101 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 200
Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
NCdivorce.com
(919)787-6668
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