divorcematrimonial propertycustodial parentchildren's best interestsproperty valuationbuy-out option
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divorceproperty divisioncustodymaintenancematrimonial home
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Case Summary
Key Issues
{"issue_text":"Whether matrimonial home should be sold immediately or sale deferred until youngest child reaches majority","issue_type":"mixed","dispositive":"yes","related_facts":"Defendant has custody of four minor children, earns minimal income, house is incomplete with low value"}
{"issue_text":"What arrangements should be made for property division given custodial parent's shelter needs","issue_type":"law","dispositive":"yes","related_facts":"Defendant has primary care responsibility, plaintiff settled in South Africa"}
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Facts of the Case
Background
The parties married in 2008 and agreed their marriage had broken down. They resolved custody and maintenance issues but disputed when their matrimonial home should be sold. The plaintiff wanted immediate sale or buy-out while defendant sought deferral until youngest child reached majority to ensure shelter for the four minor children.
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