Hi,(posted 7829 days ago)I think it would be a good sign if you paid the arrears but I would definitely check with the solicitor that you are not just lining her pockets and check regarding the Building Soc/Bank taking the case to court, although I don't think it would be likely if the arrears have been paid. If the house is repossessed you would not be responsible for any of it as you are not on the deeds or the mortgage however if there is equity in the house I would be willing to state that I am almost sure you should be entitled to something. When I went through my divorce I got a clean break order as my solicitor told me of a case of a couple who got a divorce in the 70s, no kids, flat in London split down the middle went their own separate ways and then 15 years later, after he had made himself a million in the meat trade market she came back and got a substantial payout!! Incredible I know it is like a minefield out there. If you have a family law lawyer he should be able to sort out the financial side for you, mine did and he was wonderful, if you can tell on the site whereabouts you reside and you are anywhere near me I will send you his details. As I say double check about the arrears, if you were both on the deeds/mortgage and you had no young children you could sell no problem but I don't think this will apply in your case as you are not named on the property. Good luck.