Do I have to sell my home during a divorce?

Not always. Some people refinance to keep the home in one spouse’s name, while others choose to sell. BK Realty provides a free Broker Price Opinion (BPO) to help you understand your options.

What is a Broker Price Opinion (BPO)?

A BPO is a professional property value estimate prepared by a licensed real estate broker. At BK Realty, we offer these free to divorcing homeowners so they can make informed decisions.

Why choose a divorce-focused real estate broker?

Divorce transactions involve unique challenges. BK Realty specializes in working with divorcing homeowners in Duval County and understands the sensitive timing, paperwork, and emotions involved.

Does BK Realty charge buyers a commission?

No. In over 20 years of service, BK Realty has never charged a home buyer a commission. This policy continues despite new NAR regulations.

Did you know that 95% of people who are awarded the marital home sell within 3 years?

Yes. Most homeowners who are awarded the marital home eventually sell within three years. The most common reasons are bad memories tied to the property, difficulty affording the mortgage on a single income, and higher refinance rates compared to purchase loans.

BK Realty | Divorce-Focused Real Estate in Jacksonville, FL

About BK Realty

Veteran Owned — Character Driven. We help divorcing homeowners with clear guidance, accurate pricing, and no-pressure options so you can move forward confidently.

20+ years serving Duval County
Never charged buyers a commission
Divorce-focused valuations and strategy
Saved individuals thousands of dollars in buy-outs

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Listing service

Listing the Marital Home — Done the Right Way

Selling the marital home is often one of the most difficult decisions during divorce. Our role is not to pressure you to sell — it’s to help you understand your options, protect your equity, and ensure the process is handled correctly if a sale becomes necessary.

Court-aware pricing and documentation

Ensuring the listing price and sale align with court expectations and avoid post-sale disputes.

Coordination with attorneys when applicable

We work alongside counsel when needed to keep timelines, approvals, and disclosures clean.

Conflict-reducing sale strategy

Designed to minimize tension between parties and avoid unnecessary delays or objections.

Equity-first mindset

Every decision is evaluated through the lens of protecting net proceeds — not rushing a sale.

Our listing service is designed for homeowners who:

Are navigating divorce and need clarity before making a sale decision
Have been ordered by the court to sell
Are considering selling now or in the future after being awarded the marital home

Request a FREE listing consultation Ask our family law attorney (FREE)

No obligation. No pressure. Just clear guidance.

We don’t advertise traditionally. That allows us to keep listing costs competitive while focusing on service, accuracy, and client protection.

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What’s a BPO?

A Broker Price Opinion (BPO) estimates your property’s market value using local comps and market data. It’s often used in divorces for buy-outs or settlement clarity.

      Why it matters: Courts and attorneys rely on BPOs for fair, accurate valuations. 
      
    

Compare Refi vs. Purchase

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Download Sample BPO Form (PDF) Order a BPO

Sample Fannie Mae Residential Broker Price Opinion form shown for reference.

A Broker Price Opinion provides a level of accuracy and context online valuation sites can’t.

Order a BPO ($300)

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Quitclaim Deed (QCD) — Why It Still Matters

Many people assume a Quitclaim Deed isn’t necessary if their former spouse “was never on the deed.” That assumption often causes problems later.

    Common misunderstanding:

    “If my ex isn’t on the deed, I’m fine.”

In divorce situations, ownership and title aren’t always as simple as whose name appears on a recorded deed. Divorce judgments, marital interest, prior ownership, and lender or title company requirements can all trigger questions years later — usually during a refinance or sale.

    The risk people don’t think about:

    What happens if the former spouse can’t be located later?
    They’ve moved out of state
They’ve changed contact information
They refuse to cooperate
They’ve passed away

  

When that happens, lenders and title companies may require court motions, attorney involvement, or delayed closings — all of which cost far more than addressing title clarity while everyone is still reachable.

    Bottom line:

    A Quitclaim Deed isn’t about fixing a problem today —
    it’s about preventing one from appearing in the future.
  

⬇ Download Sample Quitclaim Deed (Preview)

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Download Sample Quitclaim Deed

Seeing a real, redacted Quitclaim Deed helps you understand what will be prepared for your specific property and divorce situation.

Order a Quitclaim Deed ($175)

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