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[vipponah]

Having an argument with a friend. If I were to buy a house before getting married, would the house be classified as community property if I got divorced? The deed to the house will be in my name and I will make all the payments. I say no, the house is separate property. My friend says otherwise, everything is community unless I were to get a prenup. We are talking about California law. Thanks.

[fiacre68]

What you invested in the house before marriage you will be entitlted to, all the interest/ added value to the house after you are married, you are entitled to half of and she, the other half.

[bret11]

Youre right its not! Property acquired before marriage, after seperation, pre-nup property & property inherited during the marriage isnt considered community property but seperate property, so the spouse isnt entitled to it or any portion of it in a divorce.

[menw]

Han, don't get married if you aren't willing to take your vows "until death" seriously. You are already setting yourself up for divorce.

[muireach]

Your property remains your property if it was acquired before the marriage.

[troyes]

Two words for you: pre-nuptial agreement. Have one. End discussion.