Many Realtors are told — often by well-meaning lenders — that a divorcing client cannot buy a home until the divorce is finalized. But that guidance is not always accurate. In many cases, the issue is not the divorce itself — and it’s not a lending rule. The real...

If you moved out of the marital home but your name is still on the mortgage, you may have been told you can’t qualify for a new loan until your ex refinances, removes you from the mortgage by way of a release of liability, or proves they’ve made 12 months of on-time...