Charleston · Selling

Do both spouses have to agree to sell the house in a divorce in James Island?

Selling a jointly titled James Island house generally requires both spouses' signatures on the listing agreement and contract, since South Carolina deed law needs every titled owner to consent to a sale. A family court order can authorize the sale without one spouse's cooperation if the divorce proceeding reaches that point. Brian Beatty confirms title and any court orders before listing a James Island property caught in a divorce.

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