“When Selling the House Becomes Part of the Conflict”

Our divorce was extremely high conflict, and the sale of our home quickly became one of the most difficult parts of the entire process. There were disagreements about the value of the property, whether it should be sold, what repairs should be made, access to the home, showings, and virtually every decision that needed to be made.

What made the situation even more difficult was that Amanda had to navigate two owners who often could not agree on anything.

From the beginning, Amanda brought a level of professionalism, neutrality, and experience that we desperately needed. She understood that she wasn't there to take sides or get involved in the personal conflict. Her job was to keep the real estate process moving while respecting the legal and emotional realities surrounding the divorce.

She communicated clearly, documented decisions, anticipated problems before they became bigger problems, and knew when an issue needed to be brought back to the attorneys rather than trying to solve it herself. When disagreements arose over the property's value and condition, she provided objective market information and helped separate the emotional issues from the actual real estate decisions.

There were moments when it seemed like the sale might never happen. Amanda stayed calm, professional, and focused. She didn't get pulled into the conflict, and she never made us feel like our situation was “too difficult.” Instead, she kept bringing the conversation back to what needed to happen to get the property sold.

What I appreciated most was that Amanda understood the bigger picture. She knew that a divorce sale isn't simply about putting a house on the MLS. There are attorneys, court orders, deadlines, financial concerns, competing interests, emotions, and sometimes two very different ideas of what should happen with the same property.

Amanda navigated all of that while remaining neutral and focused on the job.

In the end, we successfully sold the home and were able to move forward. I honestly don't know how the transaction would have gotten across the finish line without someone with Amanda's experience, patience, and understanding of high-conflict divorce situations.

If you are going through a difficult divorce and need to sell your home, you need someone who understands that the real estate is only part of the problem. Amanda does.”!

I have worked with Amanda on a high-conflict divorce involving the sale of a marital residence, and her role went far beyond that of a traditional listing agent.

This was not a straightforward transaction. The parties disagreed about the value of the property, the condition of the home, repairs, access, timing, and virtually every aspect of the sale. Emotions were high, communication between the parties was extremely difficult, and the real estate issues had the potential to become additional points of litigation.

Amanda understood the distinction between being involved in the process and becoming involved in the conflict.

She remained neutral, professional, and focused on the real estate issues. She communicated with the parties appropriately, provided objective market information, documented important developments, and recognized when an issue needed to be addressed by counsel rather than attempting to make a legal decision herself.

That distinction was invaluable.

Amanda also understood that a court-ordered or divorce-related sale requires a different level of attention than a conventional listing. She was mindful of deadlines and court orders, anticipated potential areas of disagreement, and kept the transaction moving without taking sides.

Most importantly, she did not allow herself to become another participant in the parties' conflict. She remained the steady professional in the room when emotions were anything but steady.

As a family law attorney, I appreciate professionals who understand their role, know the limits of their expertise, and can collaborate effectively with counsel while still taking ownership of the responsibilities within their own profession.

Amanda does exactly that.

When a marital residence becomes one of the most contentious assets in a divorce, having the right real estate professional can make an enormous difference. Amanda brings the experience, neutrality, and discipline necessary to navigate these transactions while keeping the focus where it belongs: resolving the real estate issues and moving the case forward.”

I engaged Amanda in a divorce matter involving a significant dispute over the value of a marital residence. What initially appeared to be a disagreement over a number quickly became a much more complicated issue involving competing valuations, differing interpretations of the property's condition, market data, improvements, and the parties' very different expectations about what the home was worth.

Amanda approached the matter methodically and objectively.

She did not simply provide a number and expect everyone to accept it. She explained the market evidence supporting her analysis, identified the factors that materially affected value, and was able to distinguish between facts, assumptions, and the parties' opinions about the property.

That was particularly valuable in a case where both sides had strong positions.

Amanda also understands that when a real estate valuation becomes part of a contested legal matter, the work product has to be able to withstand questions from attorneys and, when necessary, the scrutiny of the court. She was prepared to explain her methodology, defend her conclusions, acknowledge the limitations of the available data, and address difficult questions without becoming defensive.

Her testimony was clear, professional, and grounded in her actual area of expertise.

What impressed me most was her neutrality. Amanda did not approach the assignment as an advocate for either party. She approached it as a real estate professional whose responsibility was to provide an objective analysis and explain what the market data actually supported.

That distinction matters enormously in litigation.

She was also an excellent communicator with counsel. She could translate complicated real estate concepts into information that was understandable and useful in the context of the legal issues we were addressing, while respecting the boundaries between her role as a real estate expert and the role of the attorneys.

Amanda brings credibility because she doesn't simply tell you what a property is worth. She can explain why she reached that conclusion, what the evidence supports, where reasonable differences of opinion may exist, and how the real estate issues fit into the larger litigation.

When a property valuation is likely to be challenged, having a professional who is prepared to stand behind her analysis and testify to it can make a significant difference.”

As a mediator, I have worked with Amanda in situations where the marital residence was one of the most emotionally and financially difficult issues facing the parties.

What distinguishes Amanda is her ability to remain genuinely neutral while still being actively engaged in solving the real estate problem.

In high-conflict cases, parties often come to mediation with completely different beliefs about the value of the home, what needs to be done before selling, who should pay for repairs, how the property should be marketed, and even whether the home should be sold at all. Those disagreements can quickly become proxies for much larger issues in the divorce.

Amanda recognizes that dynamic.

She brings objective market information into the conversation without telling either party what they should decide. She explains the practical consequences of different options, identifies issues that may affect the sale, and helps the parties understand the real estate implications of the choices before them.

Just as importantly, she knows when to step back.

Amanda does not attempt to mediate the divorce, interpret the court's orders, or take the place of the attorneys or mediator. She understands her role and works exceptionally well within a multidisciplinary team.

Her communication style is calm and measured, even when the parties are not. She is able to discuss difficult subjects without escalating the conflict, and she has a remarkable ability to bring the conversation back to facts, options, and next steps.

In my experience, that is precisely what is needed when real estate becomes an obstacle to resolution.

Amanda brings the market knowledge, professionalism, and neutrality necessary to help parties make informed decisions about one of the most significant assets in their divorce. She doesn't try to control the process—she helps make the process work.”

We had a wonderful experience working with Amanda, she is very professional and worked tirelessly to satisfy all our questions and concerns. Amanda did a great job navigating issues for us as they came up. Thank you for all your hard work and finding us our new home.

The purchase of this home was our third purchase for our family. I can confidently say this was the easiest process. Selling a home is always stressful but buying and selling at the same time is crazy! Amanda was so amazing making every step of this process smooth and stress free even when it should have been stressful! She advised us quickly, expertly, and always with a smile! We truly feel this was the best process we have been through and owe it all to Amanda!!!

I would highly recommend Amanda Reichert for all of your real estate needs. I am a loan officer and we have worked together on many transactions, and I can say Amanda's knowledge and responsiveness are exceptional. I would highly recommend anyone looking to buy or sell their house to Amanda as she will take great care of you.

Amanda is a consummate professional who can help folks successfully navigate the real estate aspect of divorce. She has helped many of my colleagues get through challenging times. I highly recommend her services.

I bought and sold homes using Amanda Reichert. Amanda provides outstanding service and always goes above and beyond for her clients. I highly recommend!

Amanda walked us through every step and supported us in the home buying process. Amanda knee the area we were exploring, and provided expertise to purchase the best home for our family. We highly recommend her for all of your needs!

I Highly recommend Amanda Reichert! She worked tirelessly to help us find a home in Hollis (which was not an easy task!), in our price range, in a timely manner. We are so appreciative of all she did for us throughout this process. She is very professional, experienced, committed to her clients and goes Above and Beyond to make sure everyone’s needs get met. Amanda does all this with a smile on her face. She is a joy to work with. Thank you for everything!!!!