Whether you’re a seasoned family law attorney or just starting to build your divorce law practice, you’ve likely faced the challenges that come with dividing real estate during a divorce. The stakes are high, emotions are involved, and the pressure to achieve fair outcomes for both parties can be overwhelming.
As a Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert (CDRE), I partner with divorce attorneys to manage and simplify these real estate complexities so you can focus on your legal strategy. I’ve been licensed since 2002 and have worked with thousands of people throughout my career. My job today is to act as a neutral third party, supported by extensive training to handle even the most high-conflict cases with professionalism and care.
What Is a Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert?
You might be asking yourself, “What exactly is a CDRE?”
A Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert is a real estate professional who has undergone specialized training to serve as a neutral third party in the sale of real estate assets during divorce situations. It’s a distinct role that goes far beyond what a traditional agent provides.
Why Divorce Attorneys Need a CDRE on Their Team
If you’re a divorce attorney with clients who need to divide real estate assets, partnering with a CDRE takes a significant load off your shoulders. Here’s how I support attorneys just like you:
- Neutral and unbiased representation: I represent the property, not one spouse over the other.
- Equal communication to both parties: I have systems in place to ensure both spouses receive consistent information and updates throughout the transaction.
- Support in high-conflict scenarios: I’ve been trained to handle even the most contentious divorce cases with professionalism and neutrality.
- Free resources and support: My goal is to make your job easier while ensuring your clients receive the best outcomes possible.
What if you had a Certified Divorce Realtor to partner with, so that you would have the confidence that your clients would get the best possible results every single time when it comes to dividing their real estate assets in your divorce cases?
That’s the kind of consistency and peace of mind I provide to the legal professionals I work with.
What Sets Me Apart from a Traditional Realtor
Most real estate agents just aren’t trained for the divorce space. They may mean well, but the lack of specialized knowledge can lead to conflicts, delays, or even damage to your overall case strategy.
Here are three critical things I will never do as a Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert:
1. Never Represent the Buyer on the Sale of the Marital Home
This is a foundational ethical standard in CDRE practice. Representing the buyer creates an obvious conflict of interest, and I always remain neutral throughout the process. Listing agents should never benefit from both sides of the transaction during a divorce.
2. Never Offer Legal Advice or Interfere with Your Legal Strategy
I stay in my lane. My role is to handle the real estate component period. I understand how important your strategy is to your case, and I work collaboratively, not competitively, within that framework. Don’t worry about me stepping on toes or overstepping boundaries.
3. Never Take Direction from Just One Spouse
One of the most common problems attorneys face is when a traditional agent unwittingly communicates more with one party than the other. I have systems in place that ensure equal, consistent communication with both spouses. This eliminates any accusation of bias and keeps the process professional from start to finish.
Elevate Your Divorce Practice with the Right Real Estate Partner
Imagine the level of service and outcomes your divorce practice could achieve with a trusted Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert on your team. From detailed documentation to neutral negotiations, I help attorneys reduce emotional strain and unforeseen complications from real estate matters.
Let’s work together to make sure your clients are taken care of, and your cases stay on track.