Selling a House During Divorce, Without the Fight
Splitting up is hard enough without a fight over the house. A divorce sale keeps it simple. If you need to sell a house during divorce or separation in Georgia, we buy it for cash, as-is. One neutral buyer, one written offer and one closing, with no showings, no repairs and no picking a listing agent together. Either of you can start, and we treat both spouses fairly and never take sides. Before a divorce is final or after, you pick the closing date. Call (866) 780-8169 or fill out the form on this page, and tell us where things stand.
Our Simple 3-Step Process
STEP 1
Call or fill out the form with the address and where things stand. Either spouse can start the conversation, even before the divorce is filed.
STEP 2
We make a written cash offer within 24 hours. You can share it with your spouse and your divorce attorneys before anyone decides.
STEP 3
If you both accept, a Georgia closing attorney pays off the mortgage and divides what’s left as your agreement or court order says.
Why a Cash Sale Can Take the House Off the Table
Most couples who call us during a divorce want the same few things:
- One buyer, one contract. No arguing over price, agents or who handles repairs. You both get the same offer.
- No showings and no strangers in the house. It stays private, and nobody has to share the space with an ex while buyers walk through.
- As-is, no repairs. Leave the work and the cleanout to us, even if the house needs repairs. Take what matters to you.
- The mortgage is paid at closing. The payoff comes out of the sale, which ends the loan for both of you.
- A clear split. The closing attorney divides the proceeds the way your settlement or court order says.
- Need to stay in the house a while? We can buy the house and, in some cases, let the seller stay after closing. Every situation is different, so ask us.
- A date that fits your case. Close when your divorce attorneys, the kids’ school year and both of your plans line up.
How Selling During a Divorce Works in Georgia
Selling a house during divorce is simpler than most people expect. Here’s the short version:
- Everyone on the deed signs. When you both agree to sell, you both sign the contract and the deed, and the closing attorney confirms who needs to sign.
- Georgia splits property fairly, not always 50/50. Your settlement agreement or court order decides who gets what. The sale just carries out your divorce agreement.
- Not on friendly terms? That’s okay. We can work with each of you separately, so you never have to sit down together to get the house sold.
- Attorneys are welcome. If either of you has an attorney, we work with them as needed, and we’re happy to send the offer to both, so nothing is a surprise.
- Not married on paper yet? If you’re separated and haven’t filed for divorce, you can still sell if all owners agree.
- Behind on the mortgage? A sale can pay it off before things get worse. See how it works when selling before foreclosure is on the table.
General information, not legal or tax advice. Your divorce attorney can confirm the details for your situation.
Your Options for the House
Selling for cash isn’t the only way to handle the house in a divorce, and it isn’t right for every couple. Here’s how the common options compare.
| Option | What it is | Best when |
|---|---|---|
| Sell to a cash buyer | One as-is sale, no repairs, showings or commissions. In some cases one of you can stay in the home after closing. | You both want it done, the house needs work, or the mortgage payment is hard to carry |
| List with an agent | Sell on the open market for the best price | The house is in good shape, there’s plenty of equity and you have time for showings |
| One spouse keeps the house | One spouse takes the house, usually by refinancing the loan in their name | One of you wants to stay and can qualify for the loan on their own |
| Wait | Keep things as they are until the divorce is settled | The kids’ school year or your settlement timing means staying put for now |
If another option fits better, we’ll say so. If a cash sale fits, you get a fair offer and a simple closing.
Cash Sale vs. Listing: A Simple Example
These numbers are an illustration, not a quote. Your offer depends on the condition of the house, the location and what’s owed on it. Say the house is worth about $250,000 and the mortgage payoff is $150,000.
| List with an agent | Sell to Southeast Homebuyers | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | Often months of prep, showings and waiting for a buyer’s loan | Offer in 24 hours, close on your timeline |
| Commissions and costs | About 8-9% of the price: 5-6% commission, 2% closing costs, 1% concessions | No commissions, and we can pay closing costs |
| Repairs and showings | Likely needed, with an ex or strangers in the house | None. We buy as-is. |
| What you could split | About $77,500-$80,000 if it sells at full price (before repairs), after the payoff | A $215,000 offer leaves about $65,000 after the payoff, with no commissions or repair costs |
A cash offer is lower than a full-price sale. That’s the trade: speed, privacy and certainty for a lower number. If there’s a lot of equity, the house is in good shape and the divorce timeline lets you both wait, listing can put more money on the table. If you want it settled and done, a cash sale is often the better way to sell a house during divorce.
What Sellers Say About Us
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Mike was great to work with! He gave me great advice and made me very comfortable and made sure I had all the best options even though I wasn’t able to complete the process at this time. I highly recommend working with him!
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This company was the only one I worked with. Mike was great to work with. He made me feel very comfortable, like a friend would. He did everything that he said he would do and answered all of my questions…and I had a lot.
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Why Couples Call Us About a Divorce Sale
We started Southeast Homebuyers in 2019 to make selling a problem house less stressful. The two founders, Carlos Saez and Jason McTague, bring over 15 years of real estate expertise, and since then we have bought over 300 homes. We’re rated A+ by the BBB.
We’re two founders and a small team, so when you call you talk to the people who do the work. Selling during a divorce is a hard time, so we keep things calm and clear: we explain what we can offer and why, answer questions plainly, and work with both of your attorneys. We don’t take sides. If listing the house or one of you keeping it makes more sense, we’ll tell you.
Prefer to talk? Call us at (866) 780-8169.
Selling a House During Divorce: Questions
Can I sell my house during a divorce in Georgia?
Yes. Many couples sell before the divorce is final, and others sell after. Often everyone on the deed agrees to sell, but not every situation requires both spouses to agree, because every divorce agreement is different. Tell your attorney about the offer so the sale matches your settlement.
Do both spouses have to sign?
In most cases, if both of you are on the deed, yes, though your divorce agreement or court order can change that. The closing attorney confirms who needs to sign. If only one name is on the deed, the house may still be marital property, so talk to your attorney.
What if my spouse won’t agree to sell?
Usually we need every owner on the deed to agree, unless your agreement or court order provides another way. Sometimes it helps to share a written offer so both of you see the numbers. If you’re still stuck, your attorney can explain the options.
Who gets the money from the sale?
The closing attorney pays off the mortgage and any liens first, then divides what’s left the way your agreement or court order says.
What happens to the mortgage?
It’s paid off from the sale proceeds at closing, which ends the loan for both of you. A divorce order alone doesn’t remove anyone from the loan.
Should we sell before or after the divorce is final?
Either can work, and a divorce doesn’t have to wait on the house. A cash sale lets you pick the closing date that fits your agreement, so you aren’t rushed in either direction.
Can one of us stay in the house after we sell?
Sometimes. We can buy the house and, in some cases, let the seller stay in the home after closing. Every situation is different, so tell us what you need and we’ll see what works.
Can one of us keep the house instead?
Yes. The spouse who stays usually has to refinance the loan in their name. If that isn’t possible, a cash sale is the simple way out.
Will we owe taxes if we sell?
Often not much, but it depends on how long you owned and lived in the home and on your situation. This is general information, so ask a tax professional.
Do you buy houses during a divorce in Florida too?
Yes. We buy in Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville and other Florida cities, and the same approach applies.
Ready to talk? Get your fair cash offer today, or read more about how a divorce sale works and our FAQ.
Where We Buy
We buy houses for divorce sales across Georgia, including Gwinnett County, Hall County, Clayton County and Newton County, plus Atlanta and Marietta. Don’t see your area? Call us. We probably buy there too.
Free Divorce and Housing Help and Resources
- Georgia Legal Aid: free civil legal help
- Georgia Legal Aid: Marriage and Divorce: know-your-rights articles
- Georgia Free Legal Answers: ask a volunteer attorney a civil legal question
- CFPB: Find a Housing Counselor: HUD-approved counselors near you
- IRS Publication 523: selling your home
- Florida Courts: divorce and family law resources
Be careful with pressure to sign fast. A real buyer never asks you to pay fees up front, never asks only one spouse to sign, and gives both of you time to read the contract and talk to your attorneys. Use a reputable closing attorney or title company.
Ready to Sell During Your Divorce? Get Your Cash Offer
Tell us about the house and we’ll make you a no-obligation cash offer within 24 hours.
Or call (866) 780-8169.
This page is general information, not legal or tax advice. Talk to a Georgia divorce attorney or tax professional about your situation.