Selling Your Home During A Divorce In Pennsylvania: A Step‑By‑Step Guide With Realtor Shaina McAndrews
Divorce is stressful enough without adding “sell the house” to your to‑do list. In Pennsylvania, the marital home is usually one of the largest assets in a divorce, which means how you handle the sale can have a big impact on both spouses’ financial futures.
Step 1: Understand what “marital property” means in PA
Pennsylvania is an equitable distribution state, which means courts divide marital assets “fairly,” not always 50/50. In general, any property acquired during the marriage—including the home and any increase in its value—is presumed marital, even if only one spouse’s name is on the deed, unless it can be clearly classified as separate property.
When divorcing spouses cannot agree, a judge can order the sale of the home and have the proceeds divided as part of the property settlement. That is why it is critical to coordinate the sale with your divorce attorney and clearly document how proceeds will be handled before the home is listed.
Step 2: Decide together (or with the court) how and when to sell
Couples generally have a few options for the marital home: sell and split the proceeds, one spouse buys out the other, continue co‑owning for a set period, or trade the home’s value for other assets in the settlement. Many Pennsylvania family law resources describe selling and splitting as the simplest way to convert the asset to cash and allow both parties to move forward.
You and your attorney will also need to decide whether to sell before, during, or after the divorce is finalized, and how mortgage payments, taxes, insurance, and repairs will be covered in the meantime. In some cases, a judge may even order the sale during the divorce if the home is losing value or if one spouse is not maintaining it, to protect both parties’ interests.
Step 3: How Realtor Shaina McAndrews guides you through the sale
Selling a home in the middle of a divorce adds emotional and logistical layers that most “regular” sales do not have. This is where having an experienced, neutral Realtor matters. The Shaina McAndrews Team at eXp Realty is known throughout Greater Philadelphia for helping divorcing couples navigate the sale of their home with clear communication, strong systems, and a focus on fairness to both parties.
Shaina works with both spouses (and attorneys, when needed) to:
Provide a detailed pricing and net‑proceeds estimate so everyone sees the same numbers.
Set up a showing and communication plan that respects each person’s schedule and boundaries.
Keep conversations business‑focused and data‑driven, so decisions are based on facts instead of conflict.
With excellent reviews, a strong local reputation, and dedicated divorce‑sale resources, Shaina is a smart choice when you need a calm, professional guide through one of the hardest transitions of your life.
