Divorce Advocate
Robin Scott in Texas has blogged below about helping the divorcing client to buy or sell a home.
I was in a mastermind session yesterday with other Realtors, and we were brainstorming about problems clients have which need help and solutions.
One Realtor is specializing in helping divorcing clients, as she herself is divorced. She said that this is a huge group which needs guidance in real estate, and I believe her.
She said, for instance, that it may be commonly thought that the spouse who works at home should get the house, so that the children don't have to be uprooted. But is that really a good deal for this spouse if the house is older, has a mortgage, has a leaky roof, a HVAC system that is almost shot....in other words, a money pit?
The other spouse, in exchange for giving over the house, may get the 401K funds. It might make more financial sense to sell the house, let the children move to a smaller, newer (or at least in better repair) home in the long run.
This is one question that needs to be thought over and discussed with a legal professional and Realtor.
Sarah Rummage
Nashville TN Realtor
I've just joined a network of professionals who have organized to help those facing the difficult tasks driven by divorce. If you or anyone you know are considering a divorce, log onto http://www.robinscottrealtor.divorceshield.com to get a FREE plan on the processes you can follow as well as referrals to other professionals who can help you with legal and financial issues.
I want to be your REALTOR. If you are thinking of selling a house, give me a call. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have about the seller's disclosure or other matters involving selling a home. 512. 589.7988.
If you are interested in finding out more about Austin, living in Austin, real estate or buying or selling a home in Austin, I want to be your REALTOR. And I appreciate your referrals as well. Call or email to find out how I can help you. 512.589.7988 or robin @robinscottrealtor.com
Austin, Texas Homes for Sale. Robin Scott, BROKER Certified Residential Specialist, Accredited Buyer's Representative, Seller's Representative Specialist. 512.589.7988.
I want to be your REALTOR. If you are thinking of selling a house, give me a call. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have about the seller's disclosure or other matters involving selling a home. 512. 589.7988.
If you are interested in finding out more about Austin, living in Austin, real estate or buying or selling a home in Austin, I want to be your REALTOR. And I appreciate your referrals as well. Call or email to find out how I can help you. 512.589.7988 or robin @robinscottrealtor.com
Austin, Texas Homes for Sale. Robin Scott, BROKER Certified Residential Specialist, Accredited Buyer's Representative, Seller's Representative Specialist. 512.589.7988.
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