Did the L say anything about a quitclaim? (again, not even sure you can do one if you don't change the loan but I am thinking you can. A quick call to a mortgage, notary or realator will be free and get you the answer if the L didn't.)

Even with an SA, if you can get him off the deed, much better for you although if I were him, I would wait until I got my money.

You may not more separation on this issue between you two (a clean break is best but not always possible) and if that's the case, do remember Romans 8:28. It will work out for your good and God is allowing it. It could be for multitudes of reasons and so when it is resolved, whether to your liking or not. Start to ask God to show you how He is working in that situation? Sort of like telling God, "I don't get it but I trust You. Give me the grace to deal with him, use the situation to bring you glory to You in the eyes of those who see how I deal with it," etc.

\:\) praying for you.

Committed2Him- "C2H"
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