Selling Your Home During Divorce
Divorce is hard enough without adding the stress of selling a house together.
You're dealing with lawyers, paperwork, custody arrangements, and the emotional weight of ending a marriage. The last thing you need is to coordinate on home repairs, argue about listing prices, or try to schedule showings around two separate calendars.
The marital home often represents the biggest asset you need to split, but it can also become the biggest source of ongoing conflict. Maybe neither of you wants to live there anymore. Maybe one of you wants out now and the other is dragging their feet. Maybe the house needs work that neither of you can afford or wants to deal with.
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You both just want it settled so you can move on with your lives.
Why Divorcing Couples Choose Oak Tree Home Buyers
We've worked with many couples going through divorce, and we understand the unique challenges you're facing.
Here's how we help:
Quick, Clean Transaction: We can close in as little as 7-14 days, or on whatever timeline works for your divorce proceedings. No waiting months for a buyer. No deal falling through at the last minute. You get certainty and closure.
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No Repairs or Prep Work
You don't have to agree on which repairs to make or who's paying for them. You don't have to coordinate cleaning or staging. We buy the house exactly as it is - even if it's half-packed or in disarray.
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No Showings or Open Houses
You won't have to maintain a show-ready home while dealing with everything else. No awkward showings where you both need to leave. No strangers walking through your home while your life is in transition.
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One Fair Offer, No Negotiations
We give you a straightforward cash offer. No back-and-forth negotiations that create more conflict. You and your attorney (or mediator) can decide together if it makes sense.
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No Agent Commissions
The offer we make is the money you receive to split. No 5-6% coming off the top for commissions, no closing costs eating into your proceeds.
The Traditional Sale Process Makes Divorce Harder
Selling through a real estate agent during divorce adds layers of complexity and conflict at the worst possible time:
Constant Decision-Making Together: You'll need to agree on an agent, a listing price, what repairs to make, what offers to accept, and how to handle negotiations. Every decision becomes another potential argument.
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Months of Coordination: The average home takes 60-90 days to sell, and that's if everything goes smoothly. You'll need to keep coordinating on maintenance, showings, and decisions for months while trying to separate your lives.
Showings and Staging: Keeping a home show-ready is stressful under normal circumstances. During divorce? It's overwhelming. Both of you need to leave for showings. Both need to keep the place clean. It's exhausting.
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Financial Uncertainty: Deals fall through. Financing doesn't come through. Inspections reveal problems. You won't know what you're actually splitting until closing day - and that day might keep getting pushed back.
Extended Contact: The longer the house sits on the market, the longer you're forced to stay in contact and make joint decisions. Sometimes a clean break is what you both need.
Can Only One Spouse Sell the House?
This is a common question, and the answer depends on your specific situation:
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If both names are on the deed, both spouses typically need to agree to the sale. However, divorce settlements and court orders can change this, so it's important to consult with your attorney.
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If only one spouse is on the deed, that person generally has the right to sell - but again, divorce law can be complicated depending on your state and circumstances.
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We're not attorneys and can't give legal advice, but we've worked through these situations many times. We're happy to work with your attorney or mediator to structure the sale in a way that complies with your divorce agreement.
How Our Process Works for Divorcing Couples
Step 1: Simple Evaluation: One or both of you can reach out to us. We'll schedule a quick visit to see the property - no judgment, no pressure.
Step 2: Fair Cash Offer: Within 24-48 hours, we'll present a straightforward cash offer. You and your ex (and your respective attorneys, if applicable) can review it and decide if it works.
Step 3: Choose Your Closing Date: We close on your timeline. Need it done before the divorce is finalized? We can do that. Need it timed to your settlement agreement? That works too.
Step 4: Simple Closing: We handle all the paperwork and details. You show up to sign, and you both walk away with your share of the proceeds. Done.
Getting a Fair Price During an Emotional Time
We understand you might worry about not getting "full market value" during a vulnerable time. Here's our perspective:
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Yes, listing on the traditional market might get you a higher sale price. But after you subtract 5-6% in agent commissions, pay for repairs and updates, cover 2-3 months of mortgage payments and utilities while it sits on the market, and account for the stress and time involved - the difference might not be as big as you think.
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Our offer represents what we can pay after accounting for the work and risk we're taking on. It's a fair price in exchange for speed, certainty, and the ability to move forward with your life immediately.
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For many divorcing couples, the peace of mind and ability to close this chapter quickly is worth more than squeezing out every last dollar.
We Serve the Counties Southeast of Atlanta
We buy homes from divorcing couples throughout Henry County, Newton County, Rockdale County, Clayton County, Walton County, Butts County, Spalding County, Monroe County, Lamar County, and parts of Dekalb County - including McDonough, Covington, Conyers, Lithonia, and surrounding areas.
A Compassionate Approach
At Oak Tree Home Buyers, we approach every situation with empathy and professionalism. We understand that divorce is one of life's most difficult experiences, and we're here to make at least one part of it easier.
We're not here to take advantage - we're here to provide a legitimate solution that helps you both move forward. Our core values of Authenticity, Stewardship, and Extreme Ownership mean we do what we say we'll do, and we treat people with respect even in difficult circumstances.
Ready to Move Forward?
If you're going through a divorce and need to sell your marital home, let's talk. There's no obligation, and the conversation is completely confidential.
Whether it's just you reaching out or both of you together, we're here to listen and provide a straightforward solution.
Call us at 770-626-4550 or fill out the form below to get your free, no-obligation cash offer.
