MD HB1439

Requires parties in partition actions to notify the court of all outstanding liens (mortgages, deeds of trust, tax liens, judgment liens) with supporting documentation when no title report is required

Changes the purchase price calculation for a cotenant's interest to equal the property value minus total outstanding liens, multiplied by the cotenant's fractional ownership share

Authorizes courts to adjust the purchase price when a cotenant has paid necessary costs (property taxes, insurance, maintenance) or earned income (rental) from the property without equitable distribution to other cotenants

Requires courts to notify all cotenants of any adjusted purchase price and hold a hearing upon request to allow presentation of additional evidence

Takes effect October 1, 2026 and applies only to partition actions filed on or after that date