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Posted Feb 10th, 2012
What documents do I need to prove to Realestate Closing Co. that my marriage is not recognised in
Florida?

Additional Details:
I''m a married post op transexual (no one knows) in the state of Florida. I have a marriage
certificate and our marriage is in public records, however, Florida does''nt recognise same sex
marriages so technicly it''s not a real marriage. He is estranged and now I am buying a home for
just me. The closing co. is saying that in Florida both spouses have to sign the mortgage.
Legal Topic Area: Real Estate in FL

Highly unusual facts. An answer may not come easily. Most states (apparently Florida included) prohibit a married person's sale of homestead property without spousal signature.


Answered on Feb 10th, 2012 at 6:44pm