We Simplify Divorce Property Sales
Divorce is one of life's most stressful events. Selling the marital home adds another layer of complexity - coordinating with your soon-to-be-ex, agreeing on price, dealing with showings while living in tension, splitting equity fairly, and moving on.
There's a better way. Since 2009, we've helped hundreds of divorcing couples in Phoenix, Seattle, and Spokane sell their houses quickly and fairly.
✓ Fair Cash Offers Both Parties Can Agree On
✓ Quick Closings (14-21 Days)
✓ Work With Both Attorneys
✓ No Repairs or Showings Needed
✓ Clean Equity Split Per Your Agreement
✓ Confidential & Professional Process
Why Divorcing Couples Choose Cash Sales
1. Speed - Close and Move On Quickly
Traditional MLS sales take 4-8 months. That's 4-8 more months living in conflict, paying a mortgage together, and delaying your new life. With our cash offer, you can close in 14-21 days and both move forward.
2. No Home Showings or Open Houses
Imagine living in your house while going through divorce AND hosting 15-20 showings with strangers walking through. The stress, the constant cleaning, the reminders of what you're losing - it's torture. With us, one visit (or virtual showing), done.
3. Sell As-Is - No Repair Disputes
One of the biggest divorce house conflicts: "Who pays for repairs?" Should you split the $25,000 for a new roof? Who manages the contractors? We buy as-is, eliminating this entire source of conflict.
4. Fair, Clear Valuation Both Can Accept
One spouse thinks the house is worth $450K, the other says $400K. You can't agree. Our independent cash offer provides a fair market value both parties can accept, avoiding valuation disputes.
5. Clean Equity Split
We handle equity splits according to your divorce settlement or court order. We can wire proceeds to separate accounts, to attorneys' trust accounts, or according to specific instructions. Simple and transparent.
Arizona vs. Washington Divorce Property Laws
Arizona (Community Property State)
Arizona law presumes all property acquired during marriage is community property owned 50/50 by both spouses, regardless of whose name is on the title. There are exceptions:
- Separate Property: Property owned before marriage, inherited during marriage, or given as gifts to one spouse
- Community Property: Nearly everything acquired during marriage - house, cars, retirement, debts
- Default Split: 50/50, but courts can order unequal division for fairness
- Sale Requirement: Both spouses must consent to sell community property (or court must order it)
Arizona Divorce Process & Home Sale Timing: Arizona divorce takes 60 days minimum (mandatory waiting period) but typically 4-12 months. You can sell the house anytime during divorce if both agree, or wait for court order.
Washington (Community Property State)
Washington is also a community property state with similar rules:
- Community Property: All property acquired during marriage (except gifts/inheritance to one spouse)
- Separate Property: Property owned before marriage or received as gift/inheritance
- Just & Equitable Division: Court divides property "fairly" - usually 50/50 but can be unequal
- Both Must Consent: Both spouses must agree to sell community property unless court orders sale
Washington Divorce Timeline: Minimum 90 days, typically 6-18 months. You can sell during proceedings with mutual agreement.
Common Divorce House Sale Scenarios
Can't Agree on Listing Price
One spouse wants to list at $500K, the other at $450K. You're at an impasse. Our cash offer provides a fair third-party valuation both can accept, breaking the deadlock.
Can't Afford Mortgage Anymore
With two separate households, neither can afford the mortgage. You're falling behind on payments. Sell quickly to us before foreclosure damages both your credits.
One Spouse Moved Out
One person moved out, leaving the other to maintain the house alone. It's unfair and expensive. Sell, split the equity, and both move forward financially equal.
House Needs Repairs
The house needs $30K in work. You can't agree on who pays or manages repairs. We buy as-is, eliminating this conflict entirely.
Want to Avoid Showings
The idea of strangers walking through your house during this emotional time is awful. One quick showing to us, done. No open houses, no repeated viewings.
Court Ordered Sale
The divorce court ordered the house sold and proceeds split. We provide a fast, fair solution that satisfies the court order.
Case Study: Tempe Divorce Property Sale
The Situation: Robert and Angela were divorcing after 12 years of marriage. They owned a 4-bedroom house in Tempe worth approximately $375,000 with a $225,000 mortgage. They couldn't agree on whether to list at $375K or $395K. The house needed minor repairs ($8K). Both wanted to move forward quickly.
Our Solution: We visited the property, assessed condition, and made a $365,000 cash offer within 24 hours. Both parties and their attorneys reviewed it and agreed it was fair. We opened escrow immediately and closed 16 days later.
The Result:
- Sale price: $365,000
- Mortgage payoff: $225,000
- Net proceeds: $140,000
- Each spouse received: $70,000
- Timeline: 16 days from offer to close
- Saved vs. MLS: $21,900 in commissions, avoided $8K repairs, saved 4-6 months
"We needed to sell fast and couldn't agree on anything. C&D's offer gave us a clear number we could both accept. Working with them was professional and drama-free. We both moved on with our lives." - Angela M., Tempe
How Equity is Typically Split
Example Calculation:
- Our cash offer: $400,000
- Minus mortgage payoff: -$250,000
- Minus closing costs (we pay these, but for example): -$0
- Net equity: $150,000
- Each spouse (50/50 split): $75,000
We wire $75,000 to each party's account (or to attorneys' trust accounts, or according to court order/settlement agreement). Clean, simple, transparent.
Unequal Splits: If your divorce settlement specifies 60/40 or another split, we handle that. Just provide the settlement agreement or court order.
Traditional Sale vs. Cash Sale During Divorce
| Factor | Traditional MLS Sale | Cash Sale to C&D |
|---|---|---|
| Timeline | 4-8 months | 14-21 days |
| Showings | 15-30 showings while living there | 1 visit (or virtual) |
| Repairs Needed | Yes ($10K-50K+ dispute) | No ($0) |
| Financing Risk | 30% of deals fall through | Guaranteed close (cash) |
| Costs | 6% commission ($24K on $400K sale) | $0 fees (we pay costs) |
| Emotional Stress | High (ongoing conflict) | Low (done quickly) |
Our Divorce Property Sale Process
Initial Contact
Either spouse can contact us at (425) 524-3887. We'll ask about the property and divorce situation. Everything is confidential and professional.
Property Assessment
We'll visit the property (one spouse can coordinate, or we can schedule when both are present - your choice). We assess condition and research market value.
Cash Offer Presented
We present a no-obligation cash offer to both parties (and attorneys if desired). We explain our calculations transparently so both spouses understand the fair market value.
Agreement & Legal Review
Both parties review the offer with their attorneys. Once both agree, we prepare the purchase contract. Both spouses sign.
Closing & Equity Distribution
We close in 14-21 days. The title company pays off the mortgage and distributes remaining equity according to your agreement - separate wires to each party, or to attorneys, or per court order.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sell the house during divorce proceedings?
Yes, in most cases. However, both spouses typically need to agree to the sale, or the court must order it. We work with both parties and their attorneys to ensure the sale is legal and fair.
How is the equity split in a divorce property sale?
This depends on your state and divorce agreement. Arizona and Washington are community property states - typically 50/50 split. However, your divorce settlement or court order may specify different splits. We wire proceeds according to your agreement.
Do both spouses need to sign the sales contract?
Yes. If both names are on the title, both spouses must sign all sale documents. We coordinate with both parties separately if needed and work with both attorneys.
What if we're behind on the mortgage?
We can pay off the mortgage at closing, including any past-due payments. This prevents foreclosure and protects both spouses' credit. Any remaining equity after mortgage payoff is split according to your agreement.
How quickly can you close on a divorce property sale?
Once both spouses and attorneys agree to our offer, we can close in 14-21 days. We pay cash, so there are no financing delays.