Stop Letting the Wrong Agent Represent
The Realtor You Want on Divorce Listings
Selling a home in the midst of divorce is never just a transaction—it’s a legal, financial, and emotional process that demands specialized expertise. When tensions are high and the court is involved, a real estate agent becomes either a strategic asset or a potential liability. A divorcetrained professional maintains strict neutrality, follows legal protocols, and manages the sale with the precision needed to protect both equity and compliance.
Experienced agents understand the implications of MSAs, restraining orders, lis pendens, use & possession, and court-assigned sales. They verify title, assess equity and encumbrances, and confirm court permissions before taking action. This reduces the attorney's need to educate the agent and eliminates costly mistakes caused by inexperience
Professionals trained in divorce sales conduct separate intakes with each party, document all communication, and avoid joint correspondence that could escalate conflict. From showing feedback to negotiation strategy, every step is handled with the level of documentation and neutrality that supports legal strategy and protects client interests.
The Realtor You Want on Divorce Listings
Divorce cases often involve financial distress, liens, or delinquent payments. A trained agent investigates early, pulls title, calculates net equity, and develops a plan that works within legal timelines and the court's expectations. This safeguards your client's financial outcome and minimizes conflict over sale terms.
Partner with a real estate professional who understands the intersection of litigation and listing someone trained to navigate court timelines, protect equity, and communicate neutrally with all parties involved. A divorce-savvy agent can streamline the process, reduce conflict, and help ensure your client’s interests are protected from listing to closing.
Kathleen Magat
REALTOR, CLHMS™ ®
O: 512.866.3795
M: 650.291.7516
kathleen.magat@elliman.com
Kathleen Magat is a seasoned real estate professional based in Austin, TX, with over 15 years of experience managing complex situations. She holds an MBA, is a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist™ (CLHMS™), and is a trained Divorce Real Estate Specialist.
Kathleen collaborates with attorneys, fiduciaries, and mediators to ensure the home sale process aligns with court orders, protects equity, and reduces litigation risk. Her process emphasizes neutrality, transparency, and strategic communication making her a reliable ally for attorneys handling divorce matters involving real property.
As a Divorce Real Estate Specialist, Kathleen is held to a much stricter Code of Ethics than most Realtors®. This ensures she remains an impartial third party working on behalf of the divorcing couple. Kathleen’s sole purpose is to neutralize any issues while selling the property as quickly as possible for the highest and best price.