Q: What can I do if ex-wife delays selling marital home as per divorce decree?
I have a divorce decree that states I must move out of our marital residence while my ex-wife is responsible for preparing the house to be listed by March 31, 2025. However, she has not made the house ready for sale despite having eight months, and I am still paying 2/3 of the mortgage without living there. The house needs to be cleaned for pictures to be taken, but my ex-wife says she's doing her best without any specific reasons for the delay. What steps can I take to ensure the house is sold as soon as possible?
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A: While we would have to review the actual divorce documents to confirm the terms of the divorce, based on what you have indicated, you may be able to file an action for contempt against your former spouse if the case is in Georgia. You might also be able to recover some or all of your attorney fees if the judge rules in your favor.
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