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Selling a house during a divorce
When both spouses agree to sell, a simple, predictable sale can make it easier to divide proceeds and move on.
- ✓ Free and no obligation
- ✓ Sell as-is: no repairs or cleaning required by most buyers
- ✓ You choose the closing timeline
Request a no-obligation cash offer
Free, no obligation. A local buyer may follow up to learn more about your property.
Before you sell
- California is a community property state. Both spouses usually need to sign to sell a jointly owned home.
- Check whether your case has temporary orders that restrict selling or transferring property.
- Your attorney or mediator can explain how proceeds will be divided.
- Escrow can hold and distribute funds according to your written instructions or court order.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Talk to a California family law attorney about your situation.
Why some couples choose a cash sale
Fewer showings
Less coordination between two households.
Defined timeline
A clear closing date can help with the settlement.
As-is
No arguing over who pays for repairs before listing.
Common questions
Do both spouses need to agree?
Typically yes for a jointly owned home. Ask your attorney if you're unsure.
Are you the company that buys my house?
No. Sell My House 911 is a free referral service. We pass your request to an independent local real estate investor or cash buyer, who may contact you and decide whether to make an offer.
Am I obligated to accept an offer?
No. Requesting an offer is free and there is no obligation. You can compare it with other buyers or with listing through a licensed real estate agent.
Will a cash offer be full market value?
Usually not. Investors typically pay less than full retail value in exchange for buying as-is, covering costs, and closing on your schedule. If getting the highest price matters most, also talk to a licensed agent about listing.
Related pages
How it works
Step by step, from request to closing.
Facing foreclosure
Behind on payments and running out of time.
Inherited house
Probate, trust, or a house you don't want to keep.
Needs repairs
Foundation, roof, fire, or just dated.
Tenants / rentals
Selling a rental with tenants in place.
Ventura
Midtown, Pierpont, East Ventura, Montalvo, and the Westside
Oxnard
Downtown, the Colonia, Riverpark, Oxnard Shores, and Channel Islands Harbor
Camarillo
Mission Oaks, Spanish Hills, Leisure Village, and Old Town
Thousand Oaks
Newbury Park, Westlake Village, Lynn Ranch, and the Conejo Valley
Simi Valley
Wood Ranch, Big Sky, Santa Susana, and central Simi
Santa Paula
Downtown, the east side, and the surrounding citrus country
Fillmore
Fillmore and the Santa Clara River Valley
Moorpark
Moorpark
Newbury Park
Newbury Park in Thousand Oaks
Ojai
Ojai and the Ojai Valley
Port Hueneme
Port Hueneme and the coast next to Oxnard
Westlake (Thousand Oaks)
Westlake on the Thousand Oaks side