How to Sell Your House in Divorce — Grand Rapids, MI

Going through a divorce is hard. Selling your Grand Rapids house shouldn’t be. At City Lights Home Buyers, our local team — Caleb Reits, Ryann Brier, Caleb Rights, and Josh Wright — buys homes as-is for cash so you can move forward quickly and fairly. “When a sale helps both sides breathe again, that’s a win,” says Caleb Reits. “Our offers are transparent and our timelines are honest.”

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City Lights Home Buyers · 535 Mulfrod DR SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507 · 616-202-3922 · admin@citylightsgrandrapids.com

Why Sell Your Grand Rapids House During Divorce?

  • Clean break: Split proceeds and simplify negotiations.
  • Protect credit: Avoid missed payments or foreclosure stress.
  • Faster timelines: Courts often move quicker when the house is resolved.
  • No repairs or listings: We buy as-is — skip showings, staging, and agent commissions.

Helpful Michigan .gov resources (write these into your editor as plain text):
Michigan Courts – Divorce basics and forms: https://courts.michigan.gov
Kent County Clerk – Local court & records: https://www.accesskent.com/Courts/
City of Grand Rapids – Property & taxes: https://www.grandrapidsmi.gov/
Kent County Property Search/Taxes: https://www.accesskent.com/Departments/Equalization/PropertySearch.htm

Our Grand Rapids, MI Home-Buying Process (As-Is, Cash, Fast)

Step 1 — Contact City Lights in Grand Rapids

Call 616-202-3922 or submit your info: https://citylightsgrandrapids.com/how-it-all-works/

Step 2 — Get a Fair, No-Obligation Cash Offer

We analyze current Grand Rapids comps, renovation scope, and closing timelines, then give you a clear cash offer in writing. “No games, no pressure — just numbers you can understand,” says Ryann Brier.

Step 3 — Coordinate With Your Attorney (If Applicable)

We’ll work with both parties (and their attorneys) so your sale aligns with the court process.

Step 4 — Pick Your Closing Date. Get Your Cash.

Close in as little as 7–14 days, or on your schedule. We cover typical seller closing costs.

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Real-World Grand Rapids Example (49507)

  • Neighborhood: Fuller Ave SE corridor (49507), near Alger Heights.
  • Situation: Divorce + deferred maintenance.
  • Result: Agreed on a cash offer within 48 hours and closed in 9 days after court sign-off.
  • Note: Example property in our 49507 coverage area often looks like this: Fuller Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507 (illustrative). Your home’s specifics will determine your exact offer.

Grand Rapids, MI Neighborhoods We Serve (Divorce Sales Welcome)

Eastown, Heritage Hill, Creston, Belknap Lookout, Alger Heights, Baxter, Garfield Park, Madison Area, John Ball Park, Riverside Gardens, plus nearby Wyoming, Kentwood, Grandville, Walker, Comstock Park, Cutlerville, Byron Center.

Landmarks We Frequently Buy Near in Grand Rapids

Calder Plaza (La Grande Vitesse) · Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum · Rosa Parks Circle · John Ball Zoo · Riverside Park · Brewery Vivant/Eastown district

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Why Grand Rapids Sellers Choose City Lights vs. Other Cash Buyers

  • Local, reputable, and reachable: We live and work here — no faceless call centers.
  • Transparent numbers: We show how we arrive at your as-is cash offer.
  • No mass mailers, no spam calls: Some competitors (e.g., “Gabe Buys Houses” via bulk mail, “Joe Home Buyer” via daily cold calls) push one-size-fits-all outreach. We prioritize respectful, by-request communication and a no-pressure process.
  • Court-friendly timelines: We’re used to divorce timelines and attorney coordination.
  • As-is means as-is: Leave unwanted items; skip repairs and cleaning.

“We never pressure anyone to sell. If our offer isn’t your best path, we’ll say so — and point you to resources that help.” — Caleb Rights, City Lights Home Buyers

FAQs — Selling a House in Divorce (Grand Rapids, MI)

Can we sell before the divorce is finalized in Grand Rapids?

Yes, if both parties agree or the court approves. Many couples sell first to simplify the settlement.
Resource: Michigan Courts divorce info — https://courts.michigan.gov

What if my spouse won’t sign?

A judge can order the sale. We’ll coordinate with your attorneys to keep things compliant.
Local: Kent County Court — https://www.accesskent.com/Courts/

Do we need to repair the house?

No. We buy as-is — even with roof, furnace, or water-damage issues.

How fast can we close in Grand Rapids?

Often 7–14 days, or on your timeline if you need more time for moving or court steps.

Who pays closing costs?

We typically cover standard seller closing costs. No agent commissions when you sell directly to us.

What if we’re behind on payments or facing foreclosure?

A quick sale can help protect credit and stop the spiral. See:
Grand Rapids foreclosure help page (internal): https://citylightsgrandrapids.com/sell-my-house-in-foreclosure-grand-rapids-mi/

People Also Ask (Grand Rapids, MI)

  • How do you split proceeds after selling in a Grand Rapids divorce?
    Often 50/50 unless otherwise ordered by the court or agreed in writing.
  • Is a cash offer better during divorce?
    Cash + as-is removes showings, repairs, and financing risk — helpful when timelines are sensitive.
  • Can we sell an inherited or probate property during/after divorce?
    Yes. We also buy probate properties: https://citylightsgrandrapids.com/sell-my-house-in-probate-grand-rapids-mi/
  • What if we want to try listing first?
    Totally fine. If a traditional listing stalls, we can present a fall-back cash offer with flexible closing.

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Call or Text the Local Team That Puts People First

City Lights Home Buyers
535 Mulfrod DR SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507
Phone: 616-202-3922 · Email: admin@citylightsgrandrapids.com
Office Hours: Mon–Sat (we’ll schedule appointments around your needs)

“Every situation is unique. Our job is to make your next step easier.” — Josh Wright, City Lights Home Buyers