Selling the House During Divorce

Divorce is emotional — but it’s also financial. And the wrong early decisions can cost you thousands before you’ve even filed. From hiring attorneys too soon to ignoring tax implications, these are the five divorce mistakes that quietly drain your savings — and how mediation helps you avoid every one of them.

Selling the family home can be one of the most emotional and complex parts of divorce. As a certified mediator with a background in real estate and mortgage lending, I help couples find calm, informed ways to make sound financial decisions — from understanding potential capital gains taxes to using fair, cost-saving valuation methods. Here’s how to protect both your peace and your equity when selling a house during divorce.