One number, in writing
Both parties see the same offer and the same math. No competing opinions about what the house is worth.
Divorce · Marital property
Selling the marital home during a Chicagoland divorce.
The house is often the largest shared asset and the slowest thing to resolve. A cash sale gives both parties a firm number and a firm date instead of months of uncertainty.
- No repairs, no cleanout
- Written offer in 24 hours
- Close in 7–14 days
The person on this page is the person who answers the phone.Marcus & Dana · (312) 555-0147
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How we help
How a cash sale helps both sides
Practical help for this exact situation, from people who have closed these files in Chicagoland.
A date you can plan around
A closing date in the agreement means both households can budget for the next move.
No showings while you live there
No open houses, no strangers walking through the home during an already difficult period.
Proceeds split at closing
The title company disburses per your agreement or court order. Neither side has to chase the other for money.
Local process
The local process, calmly
We work from the signed agreement or court order that authorizes the sale. If the divorce is still pending, we can provide an offer for the attorneys to use as they negotiate the property division.
- We confirm who is authorized to sign and how proceeds are disbursed
- We provide a written offer both attorneys can review
- We schedule a single walkthrough at a time that works for both parties
- We coordinate closing with the title company and both counsel
Divorce · Marital property
Illinois divides marital property — and the house is usually the sticking point
Illinois uses equitable distribution, which does not automatically mean a 50/50 split. The marital home is valued, any separate-property claims are sorted out, and the court or the settlement agreement decides how the proceeds are divided.
The longer the house sits unresolved, the longer both parties carry insurance, taxes, utilities, and the emotional weight of a shared address. A cash contract freezes the value and puts a date on the calendar.
Keeping it private and moving it forward
A public listing puts the address, the photos, and the timing on the internet. For families going through a separation, that visibility is often the real cost.
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Share the situation with us
Tell us where the divorce stands and who represents each side. We keep the details confidential.
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Review the offer with counsel
We send the written offer and the supporting comps to both attorneys at the same time.
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Close and disburse
The title company splits proceeds per the agreement — one closing, one set of instructions.
- No public listing
- No open houses
- Single walkthrough
- Proceeds paid per the agreement
Compare the options
The marital home: three ways forward
| Comparison | One spouse buys out the other | List with an agent | Sell to us for cash |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cash needed upfront | Refinance or cash buyout | Repairs and carrying costs | $0 to either party |
| Time to resolution | Depends on financing | 60–90+ days | 7–14 days after signing |
| Repairs & showings | Often required | Required | None |
| Privacy | Private | Public listing | No public listing |
Every situation is different. We will tell you when a listing or another route would serve you better — even if it means we do not buy the house.
Offer estimator
A rough number, before you talk to anyone
Move the sliders to see how a Chicagoland cash offer is built. This is an educational estimate, not an appraisal — the real number comes after a walkthrough.
Estimates use a 10% holding-and-selling allowance and a 10% margin. Actual offers vary with condition, location, and market timing.
01 — Adjust your numbers
02 — Estimated cash offer
$221,000
- Home value
- $320,000
- Repairs
- −$35,000
- Holding & selling (10%)
- −$32,000
- Our margin (10%)
- −$32,000
Estimate if you listed instead
$262,600A walkthrough replaces the sliders with real comps and a real scope.
What we need to move forward
We are not attorneys and we do not give divorce advice. Our job is to produce a clean, documented purchase that fits the agreement your lawyers have drafted.
Signing authority
A marital settlement agreement, court order, or both spouses signing the contract.
Disbursement instructions
Written direction from counsel on how title and proceeds should be handled.
A single point of contact
One person coordinating the walkthrough and closing keeps the process calm.
Chicagoland details to expect
Cook County divorce cases and suburban county cases both move on their own schedules. Title companies are used to marital-property closings and will follow the disbursement letter precisely. If one spouse is staying in the home after closing, that occupancy can be documented separately.
- Property type
- Single-family, condo, two-flat, or multi-unit marital property
- Title
- Both spouses on title? Both sign, or a court order authorizes the sale
- Proceeds
- Disbursed by the title company per the signed agreement
- Timing
- Offer before the divorce is final is common
Local owners · every file
Why sell to us
A local buyer who shows you the math
We are not a national funnel or a wholesaler shopping your contract. We buy with our own funds, walk every property ourselves, and put the offer in writing.
- Written, itemized offer within 24 hours
- No fees, no commissions, no repair credits
- An owner answers the phone — before and after closing
- Closing dates that fit your situation, not ours
Meet the team
Local owners. One phone number.
No junior agent, no lead-routing software. The two people below underwrite your offer and show up at the walkthrough.
The person on this page is the person who answers the phone.
We walk every property ourselves. No call center, no runaround.
One number, two owners. Call or text (312) 555-0147 and you will reach one of us.
FAQ
Divorce or separation: questions sellers ask
Straight answers, even when the answer is “it depends.”
01Can we sell the house before the divorce is finalized?
Yes, in many cases. The sale contract should align with the marital settlement agreement or a court order. Attorneys often prefer a signed cash contract because it fixes the value of the largest asset while the rest of the case is negotiated.
02Do both spouses have to sign?
If both are on title, yes — or a court order can authorize the sale. The title company will confirm the vesting and the required signatures before closing.
03Will the sale be public?
No. We buy directly, so there is no MLS listing, no open house, and no public photos. The only people who see the transaction are the parties, their counsel, and the title company.
04How fast can I get an offer on this property?
Usually within one business day of the walkthrough. Send the address and a short description today, and we can normally visit tomorrow and have a written number to you the same evening.
05What fees do you charge in this situation?
None. There is no commission, no listing fee, and no application fee. We cover standard closing costs on our side. Your own obligations — payoff, unpaid taxes, liens, or attorney fees — are settled at closing.
06Do I have to repair or clean the property first?
No. We buy as-is, including deferred maintenance, code issues, and a house full of belongings. You do not need to clean, stage, or make a single repair before closing.
07Can I stay in the home until closing?
Yes. You keep possession through closing, and in many cases we can arrange a short post-closing stay so you are not rushing a move. We put those terms in writing before you sign.
08How do I start the process?
Call or text us, or use the short form on this page. You will hear from an owner — not a call center — and we will tell you honestly whether a cash sale fits your situation.
This page is general information, not legal, tax, or financial advice. Foreclosure, probate, divorce, tenancy, and code matters have their own rules — consult a licensed Illinois professional about your specific situation.
Resources
Keep reading
Short, practical guides to the decisions around this situation.
- Understand cash offers
What a cash offer is — and what it is not
The honest tradeoff between speed, certainty, and the last dollar on a Chicagoland sale.
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The Illinois foreclosure timeline, explained
Judicial foreclosure, the redemption period, and where a cash sale can still stop the clock.
Read more - Inherited property
Selling an inherited Chicago home
Probate, multiple heirs, and a house full of belongings — a practical path through it.
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Where we buy
Chicagoland, block by block
We buy across Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. If your ZIP is nearby, call — we will tell you honestly whether we can help.
Chicago
Chicago — North Side
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Chicago — West Side
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Chicago — South Side
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Near suburbs
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Inherited a home
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Tired landlord
Exit the rental business without evicting, renovating, or waiting for a buyer's inspection.
Straight answers, local owners
Sell your divorce or separation property without the extra work.
Send the address and your timeline. We will follow up, walk the property, and put a written cash offer in front of you within 24 hours.
“The person on this page is the person who answers the phone.”