Divorce Timeline Checklist — New Jersey Real Estate

Your step-by-step guide to managing the real estate process during a NJ divorce

By Heather Corrigan, Life-Transition Real Estate Specialist

Pre-Listing Phase

• Retain divorce attorney (if not already)
• Discuss real estate options: sell, buyout, or defer
• Select a neutral divorce real estate specialist
• Obtain a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA)
• Agree on listing price (or defer to attorney/court)
• Establish communication protocols

Listing Phase

• Prepare home for sale (repairs, staging, cleaning)
• Review and sign listing agreement (both spouses)
• Professional photography and marketing launch
• Schedule showings with resident spouse if applicable

Offer & Closing Phase

• Review offers with both attorneys simultaneously
• Accept offer (both spouses must agree)
• Attorney review, inspections, and appraisal
• Closing — proceeds distributed per settlement agreement

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Author: Heather Corrigan, SRES

Life-Transition Real Estate Specialist and Seniors Real Estate Specialist with RE/MAX Signature Homes in Closter, NJ.

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Contact: (917) 440-3767 | heather.gocard@gmail.com

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