Selling Quickly and Working With Divorcing Homeowners

Experiencing a divorce and moving to a new home are two of the top ten most stressful life events. When the two coincide, it can be a trying time for you and your family.

Because divorce listings are more complex than regular listings, couples in this situation need an experienced agent to sell their home. An expert and neutral point of view is critical to making sure your home fetches its true market value.

My name is Quintella Griffin and I’m a Certified Real Estate Divorce Specialist. I attended training with the leading Real Estate Divorce Specialist Training Association, Carol Ann Wilson, President.

Below are just a few things divorcing homeowners should know about.

Know Your Options

• One of the most common choices is for one spouse to buy the other out.
• Sell the house and split the profits.
• Mutually agree to defer the sale of the property to a later date. For example, until the children turn 18 years old.

Knowing your options in the sale when you are a divorcing homeowner is extremely important because it could have serious tax consequences. Consult with your attorney before you put the property on the market.

Don't Get Emotional

Keeping your emotions separate from the decision-making process can be near impossible if the divorce is a contentious one, but if you can manage to treat the sale of your former mutual home as a business transaction, you'll both be better off in the long run. Don't be tempted to make poor financial decisions out of malice. If you do, you may end up only hurting yourself.

Why Hire Me

Prior to becoming a Realtor, I was in the legal field. I understand the process and I can relate because I am divorced. I understand the emotional rollercoaster of the highs and lows when going through a divorce. I will work with your attorney to facilitate a smooth transaction. Your matters will be kept confidential and I ensure both spouses get the most money for their home in the least amount of time.

Contact Quintella Griffin "AgentQ" with Better Homes and Gardens RE - Royal & Associates (510) 295-9298 to quickly sell your home. Click Here. For a FREE confidential home value FREE Home Valuation

"Resources For Divorcing Homeowners"

The Ultimate Guide to Surviving Your Divorce: Your Money, Your Property, Your Strategy, Your Team Click Here

California Judicial Council Forms Click Here

Self-Help Step-by-Step Process for Divorce in California Click Here

Did you know that California has a Family Law Facilitator's Office that can help you? Just click to find your local FLFO in California. California Listing of All Superior Courts Click Here