Walnut Creek
Amicable divorce, both spouses cooperative.
Outcome: Sold in 23 days at +6% over list, proceeds split 50/50 at title per MSA.
23 DOM, +6% over list
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For couples in transition
Selling the family home during divorce takes a different kind of realtor.
A divorce-driven sale involves two clients, often two attorneys, and a court that may have to approve the timeline and the proceeds split. Roger Grubb is experienced as a neutral listing agent — both sides trust him, both attorneys can talk to him, and the property closes on schedule with the right paperwork for the dissolution case. (510) 504-0402.
Who is writing this
Roger has handled multiple Bay Area divorce sales. He stays neutral, communicates with both spouses (and both attorneys when required), and structures the close so the proceeds split happens cleanly at title.
The process
One person. End to end.
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Confirm both spouses agree on the listing
Roger requires both signatures on the listing agreement when the property is jointly titled. He will not list a property with only one spouse on board.
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Single point of contact for showings, offers, and updates
Roger sends every update to both spouses (or both attorneys) in the same email. No surprises, no side conversations.
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Pricing tied to current market, not to either spouse anchoring
In divorces, one spouse often wants a faster sale and one wants a higher price. Roger prices to market reality and lets the market decide.
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Close with proceeds split at title
Title handles the proceeds disbursement according to the court order or marital settlement. Roger does not touch the money.
Cost
What it costs
Standard listing commission, paid from sale proceeds before the split. No additional fees for divorce coordination.
When to call somebody else
This is probably not the right move if…
- You and your spouse cannot agree to sell. Roger will not be the wedge.
- The court has not yet ruled on whether to sell. Wait for the order.
- You expect Roger to take sides. He will not.
The record
Recent transactions in this exact situation.
Berkeley
Contentious divorce, attorneys involved in every decision.
Outcome: All communication run through both attorneys; sold in 41 days at full asking. Proceeds disbursed per court order.
41 DOM, attorney-mediated
Oakland
Spouse buyout instead of open-market sale.
Outcome: Roger ran the appraisal and represented the buyout price to both attorneys. Transaction closed in 28 days.
Spouse buyout, 28-day close
Frequently asked
Questions before you call.
Can one spouse sell the house without the other?
Not if both are on title. California is a community-property state — both spouses must sign the listing agreement and the sale contract. If one refuses, the court can order the sale.
Does the court have to approve the sale?
During an active dissolution, often yes. Roger reviews the court order or stipulation before listing.
How are proceeds split?
Per the marital settlement agreement or court order. Title disburses at close. Roger does not handle the money.
What if my spouse and I disagree on the price?
Roger prices to market comps, not to either spouse anchoring. If you genuinely disagree, an appraisal can resolve it.
Should we sell before or after the divorce is final?
Most clients sell during the dissolution. Selling before establishes the cash split for the MSA. Selling after introduces unnecessary delay. Talk to your attorney.
What tax considerations matter?
Selling while still married allows the $500K joint capital-gains exclusion. Selling after divorce caps it at $250K per individual. This can be a material difference on Bay Area homes.
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(406) 205-9003
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