Sell My House Due to Divorce in Palm City FL

Going through a divorce or separation can be a difficult and challenging time. Even amicable couples can find themselves at odds during a divorce, especially if the property was purchased during the marriage. One of the most common questions during a divorce is what to do with the marital home. In some cases, it is difficult for one spouse to maintain the home on his or her own, or the couple may decide to sell the home and divide the proceeds.

Matt Walsh understands the many complex and personal situations surrounding home sale during a divorce. Selling your home quickly means you can both move on with your lives. For additional information, please check out

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Selling your home before a divorce

There are no legal restrictions on selling a home prior to filing for divorce. Before filing, the transaction is exactly like it would be if you sold at any other point in your marriage. There are many benefits of selling before filing. The proceeds can be used to pay off debts, find a new place to live, and to hire an attorney.

Here are the steps to take to sell your home quickly.

• Continue making mortgage payments prior to the sale of your home
• Hire an agent – Matt Walsh with the Kim Spears Group at Douglas Elliman
• Understand the legal and financial obligations
• Determine your home’s market value
• Take time to properly prepare your home
• Set a reasonable sale price
• Negotiate and accept the offer

At the closing

• Pay off the mortgage and any equity lines of credit
• Pay off any liens for unpaid property taxes
• Pay off credit card and all your debt
• Split the remaining balance and move on with your lives.

Disclaimer

The information on my website is for general information and is not to be construed as legal advice or a substitute for legal counsel. Please seek the legal advice of an attorney.

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