Selling a home during a divorce or separation is rarely just a property sale. It is usually tied up with solicitors, financial settlements and two people who want the same outcome for different reasons.
What most people want
For many couples, the priority is not the highest possible price. It is a fair sale that both people agree to, which happens without dragging on for months.
Points to know
- If the property is jointly owned, both owners normally need to agree to the sale and sign the paperwork.
- If you are going through a divorce, the sale may need to fit with a financial agreement or court order. Your solicitors will advise on this.
- Agree early how decisions will be made, for example who approves the asking price and who accepts offers.
Choosing a route
- If you both have time and agree on price, a partner estate agent can achieve the best price on the open market.
- If you both want speed and certainty, for example to finalise a settlement, a cash buyer or private investor can offer a sale with no chain and a clear timetable.
How we work with joint sellers
We do not take sides. We give both of you the same information at the same time, keep communication clear and polite, and can speak to each of your solicitors directly so neither of you has to pass messages on.
If you need to sell as part of a separation, we can talk you both through the options without adding to an already stressful time.