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Tis the Season....For Divorce

By Sally K. & David L. Hanson

Real Estate Agent with EXP Realty 414-525-0563 57026-90 Broker

December 21, 2018 04:22 AM

It is the time of year when our "divorce niche" phone rings most now thru January. If people are in a relationship that is not "working" the "supposed to be happy" holidays bring out the height of emotions. One more dinner with the inlaws... Putting on brave faces for relatives and children when things are less than perfect....and it becomes more emotionally than is tolerable.

divorce rings Most are "first time divorces"...though we have had as many as four...and the "petitioning party" doesn't know what to expect. In southeastern Wisconsin it can take a year and a half to two to get thru the legal maze and pronounce each spouse as "single."

If conditions can be agreed to in mediation, the process can go more smoothly and faster. A misnomer is that if couples agree...the court will agree..not always the case. Sometimes one spouse will give in to conditions for the sake of having it over but it is not realy equitable.

The amount of child support in Wisconsin is set by the state and not up for ssion. However, the arguments can begin when one parent divorce family petitions for joint custody to avoid or lessen child support. A Guardian Ad Litem may be appointed by the court to monitor whether the care and placement is really "equal" or if it was a ploy not to make payments but also not to share that responsibility.

There are lots of possible twists and turns in a divorce and working with divorcing couples is best served by Real Estate agents in our opinion that have experience...and beyond that EDUCATION in dealing with couples in this unfortunate situation.

Dream Divorce real estate course We teach a course in divorce that we hope minimizes the frustration of the situation for everyone as they go thru this process. You can email us if you are interested @Sally@HansonRealEstate.Net with subject line: Divorce course. It is a one on one course tailored for your area. Enrollment is limited and is 7 sessions of 1.5 hours each with "homework" in between. It is a "give back"niche...not as contentious as you may imagine but ever so much easier if you are prepared to deal with unexpected situations.

This is a marketing post brought to you by Sally K. & David L. Hanson, real estate Brokers with EXP Realty honored to be of service for all things real estate in southeastern Wisconsin.#exprealtyproud

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Ginny Gorman

RI Real Estate Services ~ 401-529-7849~ RI Waterfront Real Estate - North Kingstown, RI

Homes for Sale in Southern RI and beyond

Sally, it is a tough time for those experiencing the loss of love and togetherness...so glad you can guide them a bit to the right sources. May your holidays be brighter & may it snow, snow, snow!

Dec 21, 2018 04:51 AM

Roy Kelley

Gaithersburg, MD

Gabe Sanders

Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL

Stuart Florida Real Estate

I didn't know this was the season for divorce. It makes me a little sad that this is the case.

Dec 21, 2018 04:55 AM

Dorte Engel

Bowie, MD
Roy Kelley

Gaithersburg, MD

Anita Clark

Coldwell Banker Access Realty ~ 478.960.8055 - Warner Robins, GA

Realtor - Homes for Sale in Warner Robins GA

Such an important endeavor, Sally. Emotions often run higher than normal during this time of year and having outlets to talk through the process are very important.

Dec 21, 2018 05:15 AM

Roy Kelley

Gaithersburg, MD

Amanda S. Davidson

Amanda Davidson Real Estate Group Brokered By Real - Alexandria, VA

Alexandria Virginia Homes For Sale

Sally and David, you are the best of the best and while divorce is filled with emotion you guide your clients every step of the way in an understanding and caring manner.

Dec 21, 2018 05:59 AM

Roy Kelley

Gaithersburg, MD

Sheila Anderson

Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ

The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Sally and David. You are very special people and I am glad to know you.

Dec 21, 2018 06:12 AM

Dorte Engel

Bowie, MD
Roy Kelley

Gaithersburg, MD

Roy Kelley

Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

It is interesting that the stress of the holidays may be good for the real estate business.

Dec 21, 2018 07:22 AM

Dorte Engel

Bowie, MD

Brian England

Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ

MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Divorce is such an ugly thing, gone are the days where people take time to really get to know each other and fall in love before getting married, which leads to a quick divorce.

Dec 21, 2018 07:27 AM

Sheri Sperry - MCNE®

Sedona, AZ

Sheri Sperry - MCNE®

Coldwell Banker Realty - Sedona, AZ

(928) 274-7355 ~ YOUR Solutions REALTOR®

HI Sally K. & David L. Hanson - I have been with my husband over 48 years and married over 46 years but I do realize that life and divorce does happen. Couples need good solid representation to help them liquidate their real property. In Wisconsin, they need you to help them through this tough and emotional time.

Generally, in Sedona - I am dealing with second, third or fourth homes. When someone comes to me to sell their Sedona home, the property has already been distributed.

My forte is helping families with estate sales. Another very emotional time.

Dec 21, 2018 08:06 AM

Dorte Engel

Bowie, MD

Sally K. & David L. Hanson

EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI

WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

Because some of our referral sources are also professionals who work with estates, this is a "by product" of our divorce niche Sheri Sperry - MCNE® and often more difficult with warring siblings who have fewer rules and longer embedded emotions.

Dec 21, 2018 08:13 AM

Dorte Engel

Bowie, MD

Grant Schneider

Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY

Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Good morning Sally and David - yes, I think that you are correct about divorce at this time of year. You are one of the trusted advisors for divorcing couples with real estate.

Dec 21, 2018 09:25 AM

Ron and Alexandra Seigel

Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA

Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Sally,

I am not surprised that this is the beginning of divorce season. We have also seen a lot of family strife lately. A

Dec 21, 2018 10:52 AM

Jay Markanich

Jay Markanich Real Estate Inspections, LLC - Bristow, VA

Home Inspector - servicing all Northern Virginia

That's too bad. A hot line might be a tragic but good idea.

Dec 21, 2018 12:35 PM

Dorte Engel

Bowie, MD

Sally K. & David L. Hanson

EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI

WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

An idea not considered...but very interesting Jay Markanich I think the trick would be to get 2 lawyers to agree on what to do next !

Dec 21, 2018 01:09 PM

Dorte Engel

It seems that like in our business, the lawyers do not need to agree, but the parties do. Hopefully with the help of their lawyers. I guess there are mediators, who are lawyers, who can help calm everyone in order to find a reasonable solution.

Jan 19, 2019 08:38 AM

George Souto

George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT

Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Sally and David that is very sad. This should be a happy time of the year, not one for dealing with the stress and conflict that comes with a divorce.

Dec 21, 2018 01:22 PM

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400

The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY

Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

Experience and Education is needed in this niche Sally. Surprised to learn that this is a popular time of year for this situation...

Dec 22, 2018 04:37 AM

Marte Cliff

Marte Cliff Copywriting - Priest River, ID

Your real estate writer

There's no "good" time of year for the unhappiness of divorce, but right now has to be especially tough - especially for the children.

I can certainly see how the expectations and stresses of the season can become the breaking point.

It takes a special kind of person to help people deal with it - People like YOU!

Dec 22, 2018 08:42 PM

Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ

Value Added Service, 602-620-2699 - Scottsdale, AZ

HomeSmart Elite Group, REALTOR®, EcoBroker, GREEN

You are the experts in divorce situations and real estate. Good for you for working to help others get through the process. Your course and homework sound amazing!

Dec 24, 2018 09:49 AM

Mary Hutchison, SRES, ABR

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate-Kansas City Homes - Kansas City, MO

Experienced Agent in Kansas City Metro area

Interesting t hat divorce / splitting up is most popular in January. End of year reflections I suppose...and looking ahead. You have a much needed niche in this market!

Dec 27, 2018 11:47 AM

Dorte Engel

RE/MAX Leading Edge - Bowie, MD

ABC - Annapolis, Bowie, Crofton & rest of Maryland

Dear Sally & David,

Not an easy niche. An agent in our office was once threatened with a sword.

Jan 19, 2019 08:36 AM

Sally K. & David L. Hanson

EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI

WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

OOps @Dorte Engel...that is a rough one...no life and death threats here...training is very helpful

Jan 19, 2019 08:53 AM