Navigating a divorce is emotionally and financially challenging. With forty to fifty percent of marriages ending in divorce last year—and even higher rates for subsequent marriages—you’re likely concerned about what happens to your Dallas - Fort Worth property during this difficult transition.
Who Keeps The Property?
This critical decision ultimately rests with you and your soon-to-be ex-partner. One of you may retain ownership, or neither of you will. Most divorces necessitate selling the property because both parties have claims to it. Typically, couples opt to list the property and divide the proceeds. Unfortunately, the traditional selling process can drag on for months, especially when properties receive few offers through real estate agents. Selling directly to Relief Home Solutions could significantly reduce this timeline and alleviate unnecessary stress during an already difficult period.
Why Sell Direct?
Professional home buyers in Dallas - Fort Worth, TX typically close much faster than traditional buyers. Standard home sales involve lengthy bank qualifications, mortgage underwriting, property inspections, and buyers who might not even qualify in the end. When selling through traditional real estate channels, you’ll pay approximately 6% in agent commissions—that’s $18,000 on a $300,000 home sale! This significant expense reduces your settlement proceeds at a time when financial clarity matters most.
Purchasing Homes As-Is
Professional home buyers in Dallas - Fort Worth purchase properties in their current condition. This means you won’t need to invest in costly repairs or renovations before closing—a common requirement in traditional sales that can deplete your financial resources. Some companies, like ours, don’t even require inspections, creating a truly as-is transaction that eliminates unexpected expenses and delays.
Lower Risk Transactions
Selling to a professional home buyer offers remarkable clarity and simplicity. We outline every step of the process and use straightforward, concise contracts—typically simple as-is purchase agreements without complicated contingencies. This approach significantly reduces your legal exposure. You won’t face the risk of buyers discovering undisclosed issues or developing concerns about the property or neighborhood after the fact. Unlike traditional real estate transactions, where buyers might pursue legal action if they believe information was withheld or misrepresented, professional buyers understand the property’s condition upfront and willingly assume those risks.
No Showings
When you work with a professional home buyer in Dallas - Fort Worth, TX, you avoid the emotional rollercoaster of traditional selling. No more disruptive phone calls during dinner asking to show your home. No need to maintain a spotless house every day before leaving for work. No awkward encounters with agents or potential buyers asking inappropriate questions. And no disputes over which furniture stays or goes. During a divorce, these added stressors are the last thing you need when you’re already managing significant life changes.
Move Out Time
Professional home buyers are investors, not homeowners planning to move in immediately. Most will provide a flexible move-out timeframe after closing, allowing you to relocate at your own pace. This flexibility is invaluable, especially with quick closing schedules. Even better, you typically don’t need to deep-clean the property before leaving—simply pack your personal belongings and furniture you wish to keep, and leave the rest behind. This convenience removes yet another burden during your transition.