Partition of Property Act BC

Dividing Real Estate Assets Beyond the Family Home in a BC Divorce

Dividing Real Estate Assets Beyond the Family Home in a BC Divorce When couples separate, most of the focus goes to the family home. But for many families in British Columbia, real estate goes far beyond that. Investment condos, rental properties, vacation cabins, or shared land can all fall under the umbrella of family property […]

Court-Ordered or Forced Sale of a Family Home in a BC Divorce

Court-Ordered or Forced Sale of a Family Home in a BC Divorce In an ideal world, couples would agree on what to do with their home after separation. But sometimes, one spouse wants to sell and the other refuses. When that happens, a sale can still move forward—through a court order under British Columbia’s Family […]

How to Sell a Home After Separation in BC: Step-by-Step

How to Sell a Home After Separation in BC: Step-by-Step After separation, one of the hardest things to face is selling the family home. For most couples in British Columbia, the home represents stability, memories, and often their largest financial asset. But when the relationship ends, selling becomes an important step toward financial clarity and […]

How Real Estate Is Divided in a Divorce in BC

How Real Estate Is Divided in a Divorce in BC When a marriage or common-law relationship ends, one of the first questions people ask is: “What happens to our home?” In British Columbia, the answer is guided by the Family Law Act, and while it might sound straightforward—split everything 50/50—it’s often more nuanced than that. […]

Should We Sell the House Before or After Divorce in BC?

Should We Sell the House Before or After Divorce in BC? Deciding what to do with the family home is often one of the hardest choices during a separation or divorce. For most couples, it is not just a financial decision—it is emotional. Over the years, many of our clients have asked the same question: […]

Can My Ex Force Me to Sell Our House in a Divorce in BC?

Can My Ex Force Me to Sell Our House in a Divorce in BC? When a relationship ends, the family home can quickly turn from a place of comfort into the hardest part of separation. I’ve sat with many clients in this situation, torn between wanting stability and needing a fair outcome. One of the […]

Do Both Spouses Have to Agree to Sell the House in a BC Divorce?

Do Both Spouses Have to Agree to Sell the House in a BC Divorce? Short answer: usually yes, but not always. In British Columbia, both spouses often need to agree before a family home is listed and sold, especially if both are on title. If one person refuses, there are legal paths that can allow […]

The Role of a Realtor in Divorce Property Sales

The Role of a Realtor in Divorce Property Sales Divorce is never just about dividing assets—it’s about untangling lives. When real estate is involved, emotions run high, decisions feel heavier, and timing matters more than ever. That’s why the choice of realtor is one of the most important decisions separating couples can make. In British […]

What Happens to the Family Home in a BC Divorce

What Happens to the Family Home in a BC Divorce For many couples in British Columbia, the family home is more than just an address. It’s where memories were made, children were raised, and life took shape. So when a marriage or common-law relationship ends, the question of “what happens to the house?” is both […]