National Association of Realtors data shows the housing decision creates a median $47,000 difference in net worth over five years.
National Association of Realtors data shows the housing decision creates a median $47,000 difference in net worth over five years. Despite this, 73% of divorcing individuals make this decision based on emotional attachment rather than financial analysis. Keeping the house means absorbing the full mortgage, taxes, insurance, and maintenance on a single income.
Selling and renting typically provides immediate liquidity, lower monthly costs, and flexibility. The breakeven analysis depends on your equity, local market appreciation, mortgage rate, and post-divorce income. The PivotReset Decision Support Engine models both paths with your specific numbers..
The PivotReset Decision Support Engine shows you the 12-month financial projection for each path.
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