Boo: You need a Lawyer where you live for this. Download the divorce laws where you live. Focus on where it mentions the length of the marriage. My ex got his retirement and I got the house. The Lawyer put the deed in my name. In MA the assets are split 50/50. My cousin was married just two years, also, and the house was in his name and he got to keep the house but couldn't afford to keep it due to a failing business. They are in PA. The divorce laws are different in different States. I was involved in an inheritance situation. My father gave me the money to pay the Lawyer to protect our Trust. If anyone is trying to get something that is in your name, Lawyers are needed to protect you. If you cannot afford one, check into whether or there is legal aid where you live or a women's services center where volunteer Lawyers help out or call your nearest Bar Association to see if there is anyone offering free ("pro bono") answers to your questions.