i plan to buy a house in Florida in cash?

You can certainly purchase a home on your own, but you might want to speak with an accountant and attorney to discuss possible worst-case scenarios. Keith Jean-Pierre Managing Principal The Dapper Agents Operations In: NY, NJ, FL & CA

Yes, in most cases you can purchase a home in your name only — even if you file taxes jointly. However, Florida is not a community property state, but marital rights still matter. Depending on how funds are sourced and how title is taken, your spouse may still have certain rights. You’ll want to consider: • Source of funds (separate vs. marital) • How title is held • Estate planning implications • Homestead protections Before closing, I’d strongly recommend consulting a Florida real estate attorney to structure it correctly. If you’d like help understanding how title options work in Florida, I’m happy to walk through that with you.

Hi Mercedes. I am not licensed in FL, but if you are paying cash I do not have a reason on why you could not purchase the property in your name only. Best to reach out to an agent or attorney licensed in FL.