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Separated is not the same as divorced in Florida

If a Florida borrower is separated but still legally married, spousal and homestead rights may affect title and closing documents even when the spouse is not a borrower.

Florida separated spouse and home closing requirements

Marital status matters

A separation does not itself end a legal marriage. Tell the lender and title company the accurate status at the beginning of the transaction.

Signatures may be required

For a Florida homestead property, a non-borrowing spouse may need to sign certain mortgage, title, or closing documents depending on ownership and the transaction.

Refusal can stop closing

If a required party will not sign, the lender and closing agent may be unable to complete the transaction.

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