Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert in Northwest Arkansas

 Neutral & Unbiased

They say that a home is most likely the largest investment that a person will ever make in their life. Unfortunately, divorce decides on who keeps or maybe sells that investment. The attorneys are tasked with helping a couple separate all their assets, including their home. When the divorce calls for the sell of the asset, you need a trained agent who will stay completely neutral and unbiased throughout the sale.


Selling during a divorce scenario can be much more difficult and emotionally draining than some are prepared for. Additionally, with the weight of the impending divorce, now you must find an agent who knows how to guide a divorcing couple through a sale. The typical agent may not realize they need to ask for a court order, if one or more of the parties may have a restraining order, or if both sides even agree to sell and be willing to sign the listing contract/agreement. Time, money, and credit are all things that could be on the line and you want to make sure you have an agent who can get you from A to Z without additional stress.


The Home in a Divorce

Source of Money

The home is often the largest asset a couple owns, and it may be the main source of money to:

  • pay attorneys' fees
  • pay off debt or liens
  • re-establish housing for each person


That equity is what gives both of you a fresh start. A wrong price, a rushed sale, or missed payments can shrink it quickly, which is why the sale needs careful handling.

Challenges the Home Faces

  • The home is often used for leverage or emotional holds on one or both spouses
  • The divorce process can interfere with the sale of the home
  • The financial hit can impact credit to one or both parties
  • Real estate professionals are often unskilled and not trained specifically in divorce transactions
  • Real estate professionals can unknowingly have a conflict of interest
  • they might represent both buyer and seller
  • they may be biased toward the divorcing parties
  • they sell divorce listings to investors when the open market might have been a better venue to sell the home

My Job

My job is to ensure that divorcing homeowners are represented by a neutral and unbiased, trained and Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert, who is also a REALTOR® and Broker.


My one and only job is to work as a neutral, unbiased agent to sell the home for the most money with the least number of issues.


Let my experience and knowledge lead you through a tough scenario so that you can move to the next chapter.

Selling a House During Divorce in Northwest Arkansas

Whether you're just starting the process or already have a decree, the house is usually one of the biggest decisions in a divorce. I work with divorcing couples and their attorneys throughout Bella Vista, Bentonville, Rogers, Springdale, Centerton, Pea Ridge, Fayetteville, and the rest of Northwest Arkansas.


Your Options for the Marital Home

  • Sell the home and divide the proceeds. Often the cleanest way to give both people a fresh start.
  • One spouse buys out the other. This takes an accurate value and usually a refinance into one name.
  • Keep the home jointly for a while. Some couples hold the home until the kids finish school or the market changes, with the terms in writing.
  • A short sale. If you owe more than the home is worth or payments have fallen behind, a short sale may protect both of your credit histories better than a foreclosure.


The right choice depends on your finances, your agreement, and what the court orders. Your attorney handles the legal side. I help with the value, the timing, and the sale.


How a Divorce Home Sale Works

  1. Talk with both parties or their attorneys. I communicate with both sides equally and keep everyone informed.
  2. Confirm who can sign. We check the deed, any court orders, and whether both owners agree to list.
  3. Price it from the market, not emotion. A clear, data-backed value helps prevent disputes.
  4. Prepare and market the home. We agree up front on repairs, showings, and who handles what.
  5. Review offers together. Both owners see every offer at the same time.
  6. Close and divide the proceeds as ordered. The title company follows your decree or settlement.


Why Hire a Neutral Divorce Real Estate Expert?

  • Neutral by design: I work for the sale of the home, not for one spouse against the other, and I don't do dual agency in divorce sales.
  • Trained for divorce: Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert (CDRE) through the Ilumni Institute, following an enhanced Code of Ethics.
  • Attorney friendly: I can provide market values, title documents, and help reviewing order language.
  • Experienced: licensed in Arkansas since 2003, focused on divorce, probate, short sales, and foreclosure.


Divorce Real Estate FAQs


Can we sell our house before the divorce is final?

Often, yes, if both owners agree and no court order prevents it. Check with your attorney first.


What if my spouse won't agree to sell?

That's a question for your attorney, who may ask the court for an order. Once there's an order or an agreement, I can handle the sale.


Who pays the mortgage while the house is for sale?

That's usually decided in your agreement or temporary orders. Staying current protects both of your credit scores.


How is the home's value decided?

I provide a market analysis based on recent sales in your area. If the court needs a formal appraisal, your attorney can order one.


Talk With a Divorce Real Estate Expert in Northwest Arkansas

Every conversation is confidential. Call 479-236-4784 or email kendra@kendra-co.com to schedule a consultation.


Kendra & Co Realty is a real estate brokerage, not a law firm, and this page is not legal advice. Please talk with your attorney about your situation.