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Divorce, co-owners who disagree, or a house that needs too much work.

It's complicated.

The honest answer

Complicated usually means one of three things: more than one person has to agree, the house needs more work than anyone wants to fund, or title has a problem nobody has untangled. In each case the useful first step is the same: one neutral set of numbers that every owner can see, showing what each path nets after costs. Legal questions, like partition or a divorce decree, belong with an attorney.

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Every path, side by side

What each option gives you, and what it costs.

  1. 01

    One owner buys out the others

    Works when: Keeps the house in the family on agreed terms.

    Tradeoff: Needs financing, a fair value everyone accepts, and usually an attorney.

  2. 02

    List and split proceeds

    Works when: Market price, clear division, a familiar process.

    Tradeoff: Every owner must cooperate through prep, showings and closing.

  3. 03

    Sell as-is, directly Residios may buy

    Works when: One closing date, no repairs, fewer decisions for people who disagree.

    Tradeoff: A lower price than a prepared listing. The gap should be in writing.

  4. 04

    Mediation or partition

    Works when: Mediation can unlock agreement. Partition is the court's last resort.

    Tradeoff: Partition is slow, expensive and hard on relationships.

Before you sign anything

A short checklist.

  • Confirm every name on the deed and anyone with a legal claim.
  • Order a title search before anyone signs a contract.
  • Check what your divorce decree or co-ownership agreement already requires.

Go deeper: Selling a house in a divorce

Common questions

Can you talk to my co-owner too?

Yes, with your permission. Many families ask us to send the same written comparison to everyone.

The house needs everything. Is it sellable?

Yes. The question is what each path nets after the work, and we put that in writing.

Free written comparison

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Who you will hear from

Tracey Kelley

Co-founder and CEO. Handles purchases and answers requests.

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1What is going on?
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A written comparison of every path within one business day, from Tracey or a Residios staff member. When listing would likely net more, we say so and suggest any agent you choose.