For information on co-operative
housing, contact the National
Association of Housing Cooperatives,
1614 King St., Alexandria, VA 22314;
(703) 549-5201.
Q:
Can a co-owner force someone off a
shared deed?
A:
In some states, a co-owner often can
force the sale of a shared property by
filing a so-called partition action. In
such a situation, if the severance is
granted, the property would be sold and
the owners would split the proceeds
proportionate to their interest in the
property.
You should check your title for any
references to such a severance action.
You may need to consult a real estate
attorney.
