The Basics
The Basics
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Who Gets the House in Divorce?
This article provides a few tips to help you navigate through this difficult issue.
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What to Do With the House When You Divorce
Here are the basic options you have to deal with the house during and after the divorce.
Buy? Sell? Stay? Leave?
Buy? Sell? Stay? Leave?
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Selling the House When You Divorce
One of the options you have to deal with the house during divorce is to sell it and divide the proceeds.
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Negotiating a House Buyout at Divorce
"Buying out" your spouse is an option if you want to keep the house after a divorce.
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Continuing to Co-Own the House After a Divorce
Co-owning property with your ex-spouse is a big commitment. Learn the pros and cons of the arrangement to find out if it's right for you.
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Should You Move Out of the Family Home During a Divorce?
You might want to move out of the family house when you’re in the middle of a divorce, but make sure you know the pros and cons of a move before packing your bags.
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Capital Gains Tax When You Sell Your House at Divorce
If you sell the family home during or after a divorce, you probably won't have to pay capital gains tax. There are exceptions.
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If You're Facing Foreclosure During Divorce
Foreclosure or having an underwater mortgage can add complications to your divorce case.
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Keep the House and Refinance the Mortgage
If either spouse wants to keep the family home after a divorce, refinancing is often necessary in order to “buy-out” the other spouse's interest in the property.
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Removing Spouse's Name on House Mortgage During Divorce
You'll need to refinance your mortgage in your own name to get your spouse off the loan.
