How To Get Your Home Ready To Sell During A Divorce (And How Realtor Shaina McAndrews Keeps It Simple)
Once you and your spouse decide the marital home will be sold, the next challenge is practical: getting it ready and sold while life feels anything but calm. Pennsylvania divorce and real‑estate resources consistently stress the importance of planning, communication, and picking the right professionals.
Agree on a game plan: roles, budget, and decisions
Before touching anything in the house, you and your spouse (with your attorneys) should decide who will live there until it sells, who will pay the mortgage and utilities, and how repair and selling costs will be covered. It is also wise to agree on how you will choose and interact with your Realtor, how price reductions will be handled, and what happens if one party refuses reasonable offers.
Pennsylvania family‑law guidance notes that even when only one spouse is on the title, courts often require the other spouse’s cooperation or at least address their interest in the equitable‑distribution process. Having a written understanding about these items before listing helps avoid last‑minute conflicts that can scare off buyers.
Focus on cost‑effective preparation—not perfection
Divorce often tightens cash flow, so most couples cannot (and should not) pour money into major renovations right before selling. Local and national experts instead recommend focusing on cleaning, decluttering, minor repairs, and simple cosmetic upgrades like paint and curb appeal.
This is where the Shaina McAndrews Team shines. Shaina will walk the property, compare it against current local competition, and prioritize a short list of high‑impact, low‑cost steps tailored to your price point and timeframe. The goal is not perfection, but presenting a clean, neutral, move‑in‑ready home that photographs and shows well so you can attract strong offers quickly.
How Shaina manages showings, offers, and communication during a divorce
Once the home is ready, Shaina and her team handle the heavy lifting: pro photography, listing copy, digital marketing, and coordinated showings designed to minimize disruption. When offers come in, she presents them with clear net‑proceeds estimates and walks both spouses through price, terms, contingencies, and timelines so you can make informed decisions without unnecessary drama.
Local divorce‑focused real‑estate resources emphasize that working with a Realtor who understands divorce dynamics can make the process smoother and help protect both parties’ financial interests. With strong reviews, a dedicated divorce‑sales focus in her MontCo Living brand, and a proven, team‑based approach, Shaina McAndrews is a standout choice to guide you through selling your home during a divorce in Greater Philadelphia.
