Sometimes, a divorcing spouse will list the property for sale, but not disclose to the broker that the other spouse is also in title to the property. You can also state in the listing agreement that your client is required to notify you immediately if a divorce, legal separation or annulment action is commenced so that you can take appropriate steps. Gregg A. Greenstein is a shareholder in Frascona, Joiner, Goodman and Greenstein, P.C. , a Colorado law firm. His practice areas include Real Estate , Litigation , Family Law , Divorce , and Adoption . Information is not provided as advice for a specific matter, nor does its publication create an attorney-client relationship.
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