text: what are my rights when you are just on the deed of trust? we are a gay couple that has been together for nine years. after buying a house together three years ago, i have recently found out that i am only on the deed of trust. i am not on the deed, even though when we puchased the house we both put the same amount of money down. the relatioship is coming to an end. what are my rights? you need to know whether your ex-partner-to-be intends to deal with this in an ethical way, or not.  in the event that the two of you intend to dispose of the property and divide the profits and your partner is dealing with you ethically there is nothing you need to do.    however, if he is going to live in the property or if he is not dealing with you equitably, then you need to retain a attorney who specializes in real estate law to help you deal with this.  good luck.