My understanding that separate property that was purchased prior to the marriage is not divided. I owned a home free and clear prior to getting married. I sold it and all the proceeds were considered soley mine.

My ex purchased 5 acres prior to getting married and community money payed off approx 75% of the debt. 25% of the value at the time we got divored was considered his seperate property and I had no claim to that part. 75% of the value was considered community and I was entitled to 1/2 of the 75%.

I hope this helps,
Karen