Q: How can I prevent my Ex-husband from entering my house when I put it up for sale? He is a real estate agent in the area.
I am about to sell my home. I plan to have a lock box on the house. I have a concern about my real estate agent ex-husband. This had been our home together, which I now own myself. He vandalized our home before I took complete possession of it. Is there a way I can make sure my vindictive ex-husband does not use his real estate powers to get into this home and cause problems? Is there a way to code the box so it does not allow him access to the key? The home is in orange county, California.
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You can ask your listing agent to hold on to the property key, rather than using a lock box. If there is credible threat your ex-husband or anyone else may want to vandalize the property, you can hire a security company to place a guard on the premises and/or patrol the area. Be sure to consult your own attorney to protect your legal rights.
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