Episode 25 : Real Estate in the Context of Divorce & Separation

Going through a divorce and wondering what happens to your home, mortgage, or investment properties? In this episode of Rock the Closing, matrimonial attorney Meredith Singer explains how real estate is handled during divorce proceedings, from marital homes to rental and investment properties.Meredith breaks down equitable distribution, mortgage refinancing versus assumption, pendente lite carrying charges, and when courts can require a spouse to vacate the marital home. She also shares practical guidance on negotiating who keeps the house and avoiding common real estate and financial pitfalls during divorce.This episode is essential for divorcing homeowners, real estate investors, and professionals advising clients through divorce and property division.0:00 – Introduction & Guest Overview1:11 – Meredith Singer’s Background in Matrimonial & Family Law2:39 – Real Estate Law and Divorce: The Critical Overlap3:28 – Adult Children vs. Minors and Property Division6:03 – First Questions to Ask Your Divorce Attorney8:07 – Risks of Signing Documents Without Reading9:02 – Investment Properties and Rental Units in Divorce10:55 – Case Study: Tenant Issues During Property Settlement12:20 – Removing a Spouse From the Marital Home13:05 – Pendente Lite Motions Explained14:23 – When Judges Order a Spouse to Vacate15:07 – Non-Judicial Strategies to Encourage Moving Out16:09 – Parenting Plans and Negotiation Tactics17:02 – Pendente Lite Carrying Charges Explained17:49 – Final Thoughts and How to Contact Meredith👥 Featured Guests:Meredith Singer, Esq. – Matrimonial Attorney🌐 meredithsingerlaw.com📧 [email protected]🎙️ Your Hosts:Orsolya Bartha, Esq. – Real Estate AttorneyDalia Zaza, Esq. – Real Estate Attorney🎵 Music Credits:Percussion and Claps by InfractionFind more at @infractionimhere🔗 Connect With Rock the Closing:🌐 www.rocktheclosing.com📧 [email protected]📱 @RockTheClosing⚠️ Disclaimer:This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Always consult qualified professionals, including attorneys and CPAs, before making decisions regarding real estate or finances.Keywords : divorce real estate, family law, real estate attorney, real estate and divorce, matrimonial law, property division, equitable distribution, divorce advice, homeownership divorce, marital property, refinancing after divorce, investment property divorce, New York divorce lawyer, divorce property settlement