Divorce: in Virginia, is the wife entitled to half the equity of the house?

Question

Let's say they are married for 9 years.
Husband bought the house for 385,000 in 2003.
The house was appraised recently for 428,000.
There is no pre-nup agreement.
They have 2 children (ages 8 and 5)
She does not work, she has been mother full-time.
How much is she entitled?

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

http://www.divorcenet.com/states/virginia/division_of_marital_property_in_virginia

Look at the above site.  Virginia is not a community property state but does believe in equal distribution between husband and wife. Time to get educated and know what each are entitled to.

Good Luck.

Anonymous · Answer

In most States---and each differ---she is entitled to 1/2 of equity and alimony (spousal support)...unless you prove her unfaithful or have another reason to file against her character. 

This house, I assume, was purchased while married to her? Making it a marital asset! Yes, she is entitled to half of the equity....if she gets a good lawyer, she may get it all for her and the kids to live in at your expense. If she left you or has done adultery, you have a chance to get the house and kids. Get a good lawyer man.

? · Answer

Well, where I live, she'd be entitled to half of everything... It's a hard life, lol.

Vlad · Answer

She take his MONAY 

When he's in neeeeEEeedd


She's a triflin'  fiend indeed

Oh she's a Gold Digga

Wayyyy out of bounds


Dun dig on he

Slow Joe · Answer

Freaking women always trying to screw the guy.

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Divorce: in Virginia, is the wife entitled to half the equity of the house?

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