Sell House For Cash After Divorce: A Simple Solution & Fresh Start.
A Fair Reason For A Quick Home Sale: Divorce
We know what it means to go through a divorce — arguments, stress, court dates, and complicated legal jargon. Selling a house on top of all that makes it even more difficult.
In that case, let our team at Virginia Cash Real Estate simplify things by providing you with a fast sale and full cash payment. We've experienced house sales from every angle, so we're happy to listen and support you through every step of the process.
We've helped past customers sell their homes for reasons such as:
- One spouse wanted to move as soon as possible.
- Both ex-spouses want to split assets for a clean break.
- Letting go of the emotional toll of keeping their shared residence.
To us, you're more than a sale — you're a fellow Virginian who wants a peaceful divorce, home selling solutions, and a helping hand. While we can't help in every way, VA Cash Real Estate can ensure a faster and smoother sale than traditional real estate transactions.
How Our Cash Home Sale Process Works
For those looking for cash home buyers in Virginia Beach and across the Hampton Roads region, Virginia Cash Real Estate offers a simple and transparent selling process. In the case of a divorce settlement, we consider every detail to ensure your sale proceeds smoothly, with as few complications as possible.
Here's a step-by-step breakdown of our sales process:
1) We Give You Our First Offer
After you contact us and provide details about your sale, we review your property and its condition. Then, we'll call or reach out online to give you our initial cash offer. We determine the right price based on the market value of your home in the area it's in. From there, you just have to let us know if you're interested in starting the process for a fast property sale.
2) We Check The Property & Discuss
If you accept our initial price, we will take some time to inspect its condition. We'll look into specific issues like water damage, electrical systems, mold, and so on, looking for areas that indicate additional repair costs.
Note: Our cash home buyers are ready for you to sell as-is. No worries about cleaning for open houses, like with a real estate agent. With Virginia Cash Real Estate, you are selling directly to us, and we're ready to take care of every detail.
Once we have a good assessment of your house, we may provide and negotiate the final sale price with you. No matter what, you are free to decline our offer at any point.
3) You Accept A Fair Price & We Close
If we provide an offer for your property and you accept, we'll take care of everything to complete the sale. All you have to do is choose the closing date. Our team will prepare the necessary paperwork for you to fill out.
4) You Start Fresh & We Keep You Up-To-Date
Once our business transaction is done, we'll let you know if there are any steps left in the closing process. From there, all you and your ex-spouse have left to do is move forward with the next chapter of your life.
Want to sell quickly after a tough divorce? Virginia Cash Real Estate has helped several divorced sellers sell their former homes with little hassle. As a cash buyer, we have a simple, streamlined process that many consider an alternative to traditional home sellers. Contact us to learn more.
Where Virginia Divorce Law & Real Estate Connect
Selling your home to a cash buyer can simplify the sale process and allow you to save money from closing fees and real estate agent commissions. However, selling a home still has some complications, especially for divorced or divorcing couples. Here are a few points to remember:
- Virginia is an "equitable distribution state" – This means assets are split fairly, but not always evenly, during a divorce. If you purchased the house during your marriage, the court may order that both spouses have rights to its equity, even if only one spouse's name is on the deed.
- Consent to sell – If courts decide both spouses share ownership, then both must consent in order for the sales process to continue. If only one spouse wants to sell, the court may have to intervene, or the spouse wanting to sell may have to buy the other out.
These are just some areas of divorce law that could affect your sale. For more details, we recommend seeking legal counsel before reaching out to Virginia Cash Real Estate.
Selling to a Cash Buyer vs. Traditional Home Sales
When you sell house for cash after divorce, you'll get several personal and financial benefits, including peace of mind. Here's a chart comparing a cash sale to us or selling through a traditional real estate agent:
| Factor | Cash Sale | Traditional Sale |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 7 to 14 days | 3 to 6 months |
| Making Repairs | None - we buy as-is | Usually required by lenders or potential buyers. |
| Cost Savings | No closing fees, listing charges, agent fees, or commission | Agent fees, closing fees, agent commission, and more. |
| Control Over Closing Timelines | You choose your closing date | Must fit buyer and realtor's schedules, with possible delays. |
| Simplicity of Divorce Settlement | Allows you to sell off the house and cleanly split the profit | Can involve many delays and disputes over lengthy selling period. |
| Potential of Time with Ex-Spouse | Far less, with no showings and few if any negotiations. | Most likely a lot, with required meetings with realtors and legal counsel to ensure a fair sale. |
With Cash Home Buyers, Divorce Can Be A New Beginning
A divorce can be an extremely difficult time in your life. Let Virginia Cash Real Estate ease you through selling a house. Through our simple, transparent process, we've helped many sellers get through the sale and move on with enough to start a new chapter in their lives.
If you're interested in working with a flexible, friendly, and helpful cash home buyer, talk to Virginia Cash Real Estate.