Woodrome v. Burton

GRISSOM, Justice.

L. E. Burton and wife purchased a house and lot for $3,250. The deed showed both Burton and his wife as grantees. At the inception of the Burton’s title, Mr. Burton paid $1,000 out of his separate funds as a part of the purchase price. The balance of the purchase price ($2,250) was evidenced by a vendor’s lien note payable in 75 monthly installments, $30 principal and the accrued interest being due monthly. The note was signed by both Burton and his wife. L. E. Burton later paid $700 out of his separate estate on the note and the balance was paid out of the community estate.

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