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Selling the house during a divorce
When the house has to be sold, the last thing either of you needs is months of showings, repairs and price arguments. One written offer, one closing, both paid.
Reviewed and updated November 2026 by the Blasu Homebuyers team
- One written offer both of you can see
- Proceeds split at closing as you or the court decide
- Sign separately — no need to be in the same room
Get your cash offer
About the house — takes about a minute.
What we take care of
Same numbers for both
We send the written offer to both of you, or to both attorneys. Nobody wonders what the other one was told.
Split at the title company
The title company pays off the mortgage and splits what's left as your agreement or the court order says.
Separate signings
You can each sign on your own schedule, at the title company or by mail with a notary.
Both spouses sign in Texas
Under the Texas Family Code, a homestead can't be sold without both spouses joining in — even if only one name is on the deed. So during a divorce, both of you sign the sale (or the court orders how it happens).
If the divorce is final and the decree awards the house to one spouse, that spouse can usually sell; the title company will review the decree.
Selling before or after the divorce is final
Some couples sell before the decree and split the proceeds as their agreement says; others wait for the court to order a sale. Your attorneys will advise which fits — we can work with either, and we'll put the closing date where it needs to be.
How the money is split
At closing, the title company pays off the mortgage, any liens and the closing costs, then divides what's left exactly as your written agreement or court order directs. Each of you can be paid separately.
Why a direct sale can help
Listing means agreeing on an agent, a price, repairs, showings and every offer. A direct sale replaces those decisions with one: whether to accept a written offer. For many couples that's the fastest way to close the chapter.
If listing would put meaningfully more in both your pockets and you have the time, we'll say so.
This guide is general information, not legal or tax advice. For your situation, talk with a Texas attorney, CPA or the title company.
How it works
Tell us about the house
Six quick questions online, or one phone call. About a minute.
Talk with our team
We learn what you need, and see the house if it helps. No cleaning required.
Get your written offer
In writing, in plain terms. Pick your closing date — or say no, no strings.
Selling to us vs. listing
A general comparison, not a quote. If listing will put more in your pocket and you have the time, we'll tell you so.
Questions sellers ask
Straight answers. Anything else, just ask.
Call or text — a member of our team picks up.
(832) 532-3856Do both spouses have to agree to sell the house in Texas?
For a homestead, both spouses must sign the sale, even if only one is on the deed — unless a court order says otherwise.
Can we sell the house before the divorce is final?
Yes, if you both sign. Your attorneys will advise how to divide the proceeds in your agreement.
Do we have to be at closing together?
No. Each of you can sign separately, at the title company or by mail with a notary.
Other situations we help with
Inherited a house
Leave the belongings. We work around probate and the family's schedule.
Learn moreHouse needs repairs
Foundation, roof, water damage — we price it in. You fix nothing.
Learn moreRental or tenants
Sell it with tenants in place. No evictions, no make-ready.
Learn moreVacant house
Stop paying for an empty house. Close from anywhere.
Learn moreMoving or life change
Moving or downsizing? Close on the date that fits your plans.
Learn moreBehind on payments
What's owed is paid off at closing. Know your options early.
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