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Hi, everyone - I'm hopeful that someone might be able to set me on the right track, and possibly avoid legal proceedings.
My ex-wife and I divorced 3 years ago, but have only recently agreed the terms of the Charge Order securing my interest (27.5%) in the Former Marital Home, under which she and our 12-year-old daughter can occupy the house until one of the usual conditions arises.
The Order obliges my ex to "Keep the Property in good repair and condition". However, the exterior hasn't seen a lick of paint since we bought the place in March 2007, and the window frames, soffits, etc. are peeling quite badly. Last time I set foot inside, over 3 years ago, the house still had no skirting boards throughout the ground floor as a result of damp-proofing work carried out shortly after we moved in.
I am wondering how best to get my ex to meet her obligations; it could be another 10 years before I realise my share, and I'd like the place not to be a worthless wreck when the time comes. I'm prepared to take legal action if necessary, and am wondering whether I can insist that a surveyor be allowed to check the place over, with a view to determining whether it is in ‘good’ condition, and establishing a 'schedule of works' to which my ex has to adhere.
Thanks for reading - all input gratefully received.
My ex-wife and I divorced 3 years ago, but have only recently agreed the terms of the Charge Order securing my interest (27.5%) in the Former Marital Home, under which she and our 12-year-old daughter can occupy the house until one of the usual conditions arises.
The Order obliges my ex to "Keep the Property in good repair and condition". However, the exterior hasn't seen a lick of paint since we bought the place in March 2007, and the window frames, soffits, etc. are peeling quite badly. Last time I set foot inside, over 3 years ago, the house still had no skirting boards throughout the ground floor as a result of damp-proofing work carried out shortly after we moved in.
I am wondering how best to get my ex to meet her obligations; it could be another 10 years before I realise my share, and I'd like the place not to be a worthless wreck when the time comes. I'm prepared to take legal action if necessary, and am wondering whether I can insist that a surveyor be allowed to check the place over, with a view to determining whether it is in ‘good’ condition, and establishing a 'schedule of works' to which my ex has to adhere.
Thanks for reading - all input gratefully received.
