Documents You’ll Need When Selling Your Home During Divorce

Documents You’ll Need When Selling Your Home During Divorce

Why Organization Matters

Divorce sales require more coordination than typical transactions. Gathering the right paperwork early prevents last-minute roadblocks and helps ensure both parties feel informed and protected.

Here’s what to have ready before listing your home.

🧾 Financial Documents

  • Most recent mortgage statement

  • Property tax bill and proof of payment

  • Utility statements (for buyer disclosures)

  • Homeowners insurance policy

  • HOA documents or dues statements, if applicable

🏡 Property-Related Documents

  • Current deed and title

  • Home improvement receipts for any upgrades or repairs

  • Recent appraisal or CMA, if available

  • Lien or judgment releases (especially for child support or prior debts)

  • Use & Occupancy/Certificate of Occupancy compliance (varies by municipality)

⚖️ Legal Documents

  • Divorce decree (if finalized) or temporary court order

  • Marital settlement agreement, stating how proceeds will be divided

  • Power of attorney or consent letter (if one spouse cannot attend settlement)

  • Attorney contact information for both sides

How The Shaina McAndrews Team Helps

Our team keeps communication clear and consistent. We share secure digital folders for document uploads and coordinate directly with your attorney and title company so nothing falls through the cracks.

“Their organization made the process surprisingly easy. Every form was ready before settlement.” — Deborah H. 


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💡 Check out our other blogs for more insights.

Selling Your Home After Divorce in Pennsylvania: What Every Homeowner Should Know

Essential Documents You’ll Need When Selling Your Home During Divorce

Why You Need a Realtor Who Understands Divorce Sales

Why Buyers and Sellers Love Working with The Shaina McAndrews Team