Frequently Asked Questions

This is not your traditional real estate transaction and it should NOT be treated as such.  A real estate divorce expert goes beyond simply listing your home for sale, and here are key reasons why:

Neutral Third Party: As a Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert (CDRE), we maintain a neutral stance, offering additional advice that leads to logical and rational decisions regarding your home. Amid the emotional challenges of divorce, our extensive training helps families navigate the process and make choices beneficial in the long run. We remain so neutral that, while listing your home, we refrain from representing either party in their search for a new home.

Experience With Family Law Cases: CDREs possess a comprehensive understanding of both family law and real estate. It’s crucial to work with someone familiar with court proceedings, effective communication with or without attorneys, and potential case outcomes. Having an expert with this dual knowledge saves you both time and money.

Avoid Financial Mistakes: Dealing with legal paperwork or hiring an agent unfamiliar with divorce situations can lead to financial errors. Non-experts may backtrack in your transaction, causing stress and additional financial burdens. A divorce real estate expert brings diplomatic and neutral expertise to the table, minimizing the risk of mistakes in a situation where emotions can run high

Real estate transactions involving divorce can be complex, and various issues may arise during the process. Some common challenges include:

Property Division: Determining how to divide the marital home or other real estate assets can be a contentious issue. Deciding whether to sell the property, buy out the other spouse, or continue co-owning requires careful negotiation.

Valuation Disputes: Assessing the value of real estate assets can lead to disagreements. Determining an accurate and fair market value is crucial, and differing opinions may arise, impacting the overall division of assets.

Emotional Decision-Making: The emotional aspects of divorce can influence decision-making regarding real estate. Individuals may make choices based on sentiment rather than financial considerations, affecting the outcome of property division.

Mortgage and Loan Obligations: Deciding who will be responsible for the mortgage payments, property taxes, and other financial obligations can be challenging. Ensuring clarity on these matters is crucial to avoid financial strain on both parties.

Buyout Logistics: If one spouse wishes to keep the property, determining the financial logistics of a buyout can be intricate. Arranging for refinancing or adjusting other aspects of the settlement to facilitate the buyout requires careful consideration.

Coordinating Sale Logistics: When selling a property, coordinating the logistics of the sale, such as preparing the home for listing, showings, and managing offers, can become complex, especially when communication between divorcing parties is strained.

Legal Compliance: Adhering to legal requirements and ensuring that the real estate transaction aligns with the divorce settlement is crucial. Failure to comply with legal obligations can lead to complications down the line.

Title and Ownership Issues: Resolving title and ownership matters is vital. Clearing any title issues and ensuring that the transfer of ownership is executed correctly is essential for a smooth real estate transaction.

Tax Implications: Real estate transactions in divorce can have tax implications. Understanding the tax consequences of selling, buying out, or transferring ownership is important for making informed decisions.

YES! We strongly encourage all clients going through divorce have a team of experts  to help navigate the legal, financial and emotional processes of divorce to help ensure the best outcome for the next chapter of their lives.  We work with Certified Divorce Lending Professionals, Certified Divorce Financial Analysts, Family Law Attorneys, Mediators, Therapists, Divorce Coaches and Child Custody Advisors.  If you would like help creating the best Divorce Team for you, reach out.  

Like traditional real estate transactions, we charge a fee / commission for our listing services which includes seller representation, marketing and selling the home and ensuring court orders relating to the house are followed.