FAQs

By having more experience in divorce listings than probably any other agent in the WA state, my team will often identify problems a mile ahead. Very simple things, such as our intake process and showing coordination, keep a listing on its tracks, whereas applying regular listing practices almost always complicates and delays a situation.

Yes, I was selected to be a member of the first class of students to go through the rigorous 12 month training program to become a Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert (CDRE). That was 5 years ago. I continue to attend trainings and help mentor newer CDREs to help them serve the Family Law community at the highest level.

That is up to you. Working with our team, we assume there is no communication between you and your ex, so it's not necessary. We communicate with each of you separately, ensuring you have the space to be transparent and heard, while keeping you both equally informed about the process, the status, and what to expect in the next step.

Yes. We know that good communication means efficiency and can keep fees under control. There are five points in time that we email the attorneys in the case so that they’re aware of what’s going on, including sharing a copy of the closing statement and ensuring that we have the most current court order. Our intent is to keep attorney involvement to a bare minimum; however, we do reach out when we need clarification on something, or if despite our best efforts, we reach an impasse.

We take specific steps to help ensure you and your ex will not be together throughout preparing and selling your home. For instance, we never schedule clients on the same day at the same place so you can’t meet accidentally. This helps prevent the restraining order from being violated. We are also aware restraining orders can be issued after I get involved so we are always preparing for that situation.

No. Since we serve those going through divorce, we are appointed to all types of cases that go through the court system. We have listed homes from those that are uninhabitable, to luxury homes in the Puget Sound’s elite neighborhoods, and everything in between. All require a unique approach, and our broad experience can accommodate any and all neighborhoods.

Yes. We have a commercial affiliate with whom we co-list vacant land and commercial properties.

We can after the sale is over. We want to complete divorce sale before entering personal relationships with any parties.

Yes and yes. We assume, worst case, every case could end up in court so we start preparing for trial from when we are connected to the case. As a result, I am happy to court to testify even though that rarely ever happens.

We serve the greater Puget Sound area including South King County, North Thurston County, South Kitsap County, and all of Pierce County. We also have a network of experts throughout the state and the nation should you have a property located outside of our service area.