Selling your house during a divorce or separation in Toronto
A neutral, written cash offer both of you can review, no showings while you’re living apart, and a closing date that lines up with your separation agreement.
One clean, simple transaction — so you can both move forward
Selling the family home is often one of the most emotional parts of a separation. A traditional listing adds even more friction: agreeing on an agent, a list price and repairs; keeping the house show-ready while one or both of you still live there; and negotiating offers when communication is already strained.
In Ontario, the matrimonial home carries special rules under the Family Law Act — in general, both spouses need to consent to a sale, even if only one name is on title. A straightforward cash offer with a clear breakdown of how it was calculated can make that agreement easier to reach.
Fair House Buyers provides one written offer that both parties (and both lawyers) can review. There are no showings, no staging and no back-and-forth with multiple buyers. On closing, the lawyers pay out the mortgage and the remaining proceeds can be held in trust or divided according to your agreement.
A simpler way forward
Here’s how a direct cash sale to Fair House Buyers takes the pressure off.
A neutral offer
One transparent number, based on comparable sales and repair costs, that both sides can review.
No showings
No strangers touring the home and no need to keep it spotless while you’re living apart.
Close when it suits you
Align the closing date with your separation agreement or court timelines.
Lawyer-handled proceeds
Proceeds are paid through the lawyers’ trust accounts and can be held until you settle.
Sell as-is
No debates over who pays for repairs or updates before listing.
Private
No sign on the lawn and no public listing.
Three simple steps
Tell us about your home
Call 905-497-5534 or complete our short form. It takes about two minutes and there is no obligation.
2 minutesGet a fair cash offer
We review your property and recent comparable sales, walk through the home with you, then present a clear written cash offer.
Within 24 hoursClose on your timeline
Accept the offer, choose your closing date and get paid through a licensed Ontario real estate lawyer. It really is that simple.
As little as 7 daysFrequently asked questions
Straight answers, no fine print. Still unsure? Call us — we’re happy to talk it through.
All frequently asked questionsDo both spouses have to agree to sell the house?
Generally yes. Under Ontario’s Family Law Act, both spouses usually need to consent to the sale of a matrimonial home, even if only one spouse is on title. Each of you should get advice from your own family lawyer.
What if one of us is still living in the house?
That’s common. We’ll schedule a single walkthrough at a convenient time and set a closing date that gives whoever lives there time to move.
Can the sale proceeds be held until we finalize our agreement?
Yes. Proceeds can be held in a lawyer’s trust account until you agree on how they should be divided or a court decides.
Can one of us buy the other out instead?
Sometimes that’s the best option, usually through refinancing. If a buyout makes more sense for you, we’ll say so.
Other situations we can help with
Inherited & Estate Homes
Probate, estate trustees and out-of-town heirs — we make the sale simple.
Power of Sale & Arrears
Behind on mortgage payments? Sell fast and protect your equity and credit.
Rentals & Tenant Issues
Sell with tenants in place. No showings, no N12s, no LTB headaches.
Relocating or Downsizing
Moving for work, family or retirement? Close on the date that suits you.
Fire, Water & Major Damage
We buy homes with fire, flood, mould, foundation or structural issues.
Sell As-Is, No Repairs
Outdated, cluttered or needs work? Leave it exactly as it is.
Make one part of your separation simpler.
Get a fair, no-obligation cash offer within 24 hours. No commissions, no repairs, no showings. Just a simple, respectful sale on your terms.