Real Estate Divorce Pros
Divorce is a stressful word; aside from the obvious emotional turmoil, it also causes stress with large amounts of paperwork, navigation of the legal system, and forcing you to make relatively quick decisions that you didn’t anticipate.
We’re Ris and Carol Cowan, and we’ve both been through divorce. Through the course of our careers as Realtors, we found that we are able to provide additional value to our customers who are dealing with a real estate transaction as a result of divorce. We’ve worked with many people during their divorce, and what we hear from our clients is that they simply “didn’t know what they didn’t know”, which would have left them to make decisions based on nothing more than assumptions and unreliable advice. The decisions made during a real estate transaction and during a divorce are irreversible and can be costly, undesirable, or both.
Although most spouses enlist legal guidance when they begin their divorce, working with other professionals is extremely beneficial. Having a team of professionals who will act as your advocate and offer their expertise to advise you of what’s in your best interest is the best way to ensure that the right decisions are made, keeping both financial and emotional costs as low as possible. In addition to a good Realtor, your team of professionals could also include a financial planner, a tax specialist, and a therapist or counselor.
Selling your home before, after, during, or because of divorce is not an isolated decision. It has long-term consequences on your finances, taxes, and emotions. It’s never to early to find an outstanding Realtor, preferably one who specializes in working with divorce situations, to handle your real estate transaction! If you’re ready to get started now, or even if you just have some questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’d love the opportunity to be your real estate divorce advocate!
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Selling your home before, after, or because of divorce creates financial concerns you should be aware of. Be informed so you can make the best decisions.
Real Estate Closings in a Divorce Situation
In the case of a divorce, traditional closing arrangements could create unnecessary stress. But special arrangements can be made to ease the tension.
Feeling the Burn of Divorce Chaos?
During divorce, a conversation can trigger high emotions & heated arguments. Unfortunately, selling a house is complex and heavily based on communication.
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Selling a home is emotional, but combined with divorce, it can be overwhelming. The turmoil causes hasty decisions creating costly & undesirable situations.
CENTURY 21 CapRock Real Estate
2755 North Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501
Cowan Home Team
Real Estate Divorce Pros
RisCowan@TDS.net | CarolCowan@TDS.net
Cell: 970-462-9880
Office: 970-257-0500
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The 6 Most Common Real Estate Mistakes that Divorcing People Make
Selling a home is emotional, but combined with divorce, it can be overwhelming. The turmoil causes hasty decisions creating costly & undesirable situations.
How Can a Realtor Help with Home Selling During Divorce?
A Realtor experienced with divorce legalities will prepare ahead, prevent issues, and handle problems optimally, reducing stress, tension, and drama!
Tips for Going to Divorce Court While Selling Your Home
Some of the biggest issues in divorce court have to do with the sale of the marital home, and common mistakes there can lead to expensive mishaps.
Is the Value of Your Home a Point of Contention?
During divorce, anything can start a fight. Even if both agreed to sell, the list price may be an argument. Here's the best options for peaceful resolution!
Decision: Sell Your Home BEFORE or AFTER the Divorce is Final?
Divorcing and selling a home are two independent tasks that cannot follow one another’s timeline. Here are some things to keep in mind for either situation!
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Learn how to protect yourself from your ex's bankruptcy after a divorce, and how to protect yourself against future debt.
Legal Liability for Debt in a Colorado Divorce
Part of divorce is handling debt. Ideally, you're responsible only for your own debts, but that's not reality.
Secured Debt – Protect Your Credit During Divorce
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Unsecured Debt – Protect Your Credit During Divorce
Here are our suggestions to minimize or eliminate damage to your credit from unsecured accounts during a divorce.
Divorce and Your Credit
Divorce can wreak havoc on credit scores, but it doesn’t have to. By taking a few proactive steps, you can protect and keep your credit intact.
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