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Assumption: "The court will simply order a sale if the family home is too expensive to keep."
1 min readThis content reflects observational insights and lived community experiences. It does not constitute legal advice — always consult a qualified professional for your specific circumstances.
What People Expect
Litigants often assume the only option available to the court is an immediate sale of the property.
Court Reality
The court has several options, including a deferred sale and a Mesher order, which keeps the property for the children's benefit until a set point. A sale is one possibility among several.
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The Gap?
"The court will simply order a sale if the family home is too expensive to keep."
Court Reality
The court has several options, including a deferred sale and a Mesher order, which keeps the property for the children's benefit until a set point. A sale is one possibility among several.
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