Yup Cat He's way out there in lalaland. He thinks that he owes you nothing but he's entitled to do whatever floats his boat. What does your lawyer think about this? I mean, I know that you can't force him to come over and mow but this works both ways. If the house is to remain in his name as well for 5 years, then shouldn't he be responsible for upkeep? I can't believe that it all falls in your lap just because you stayed and he decided to leave. He does expect the profit from the house split 50/50 right? I would push to get something in writing. If he doesn't want to help then fine, but then you should be in for a bigger percentage of the sale price since you will have been the one who has the burden of the upkeep!