“How REI Branded Home Buyer Can Help”
Co-owning a house might make sense when things are good—marriages, business ventures, or family investments—but what happens when it’s time to sell and not everyone agrees?
Whether you inherited the property with siblings, bought it with a partner, or share it with an ex, selling a house with multiple owners in Washington can get complicated.
Let’s walk through your options, your rights, and how to move forward when you want to sell a house co-owned with others.
Types of Shared Ownership in Washington
The way the property is titled matters. In Washington state, common types of joint ownership include:
1. Joint Tenancy with Right of Survivorship
- All owners have equal rights.
- When one owner dies, their share passes to the surviving co-owners.
2. Tenants in Common
- Each owner may have unequal shares.
- When one owner dies, their share passes to their heirs—not the co-owners.
Understanding the title structure helps determine what authority each owner has to sell.
Can You Sell the House If All Owners Agree?
Yes! If everyone is on the same page, the sale is simple:
- Agree on a sale price and terms.
- Sign the purchase agreement.
- Split the proceeds based on ownership shares.
We’ve helped families in Walla Walla, Centralia, and Spokane sell co-owned homes fast with zero hassle.
What If One Owner Doesn’t Want to Sell?
This is where things can get messy. If one or more owners refuse to sell, you have a few options:
1. Buy Them Out
You or another co-owner can offer to purchase their share.
2. Negotiate
Sometimes it’s a matter of misunderstanding or emotion. A good conversation (or a mediator) may get everyone aligned.
3. File a Partition Action
If no agreement can be reached, you can file a partition lawsuit in Washington state. This allows a judge to force the sale of the property and split proceeds accordingly.
⚖️ Note: This can be expensive and time-consuming, so it’s often a last resort.
Selling to a Cash Buyer Can Make It Easier
When tensions are high or the situation is complicated, a fast, fair cash offer can bring everyone to the table.
REI Branded Home Buyer works with families and co-owners dealing with:
- Divorce
- Inherited property with siblings
- Business partner fallout
- Disagreements over repairs, tenants, or timing
We make selling as-is, on your timeline, and without agent commissions easy—even when multiple owners are involved.
What If the House Has a Mortgage?
If there’s an existing mortgage, the lender will need to be paid at closing before any proceeds are distributed to owners. We’ll work directly with the title company to make sure it’s all handled legally and smoothly.
Let’s Make This Easy
You don’t need to figure this out alone. Our team is local, professional, and knows how to work with co-owners respectfully. We’ve seen it all.
✅ We can make a no-pressure cash offer
✅ We’ll help you navigate tough conversations
✅ We can close in as little as 7 days
Call us today at 509-769-3439, email us, or contact us online.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult with an attorney regarding your specific ownership situation or any disputes with co-owners.
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About REI Branded Home Buyer
Real People. Real Stories. Real Solutions. We’re George and TJ — two regular guys who teamed up to create REI Branded Home Buyer, a local company with one simple mission: to help people sell their homes without stress, games, or pressure. We actually met at a local real estate meetup. A mutual friend randomly shouted, “Hey George, do you want to be this guy’s mentor?” George laughed and said, “Just give him my cell!” A coffee meeting later, and the rest is history. We've been working together ever since. Our passion for helping homeowners comes from personal experience. George was once homeless, so he deeply understands what it’s like to face housing uncertainty. TJ’s family went through a crisis and had to sell their home fast — with the help of a cash homebuyer. Those experiences shaped who we are and inspired us to create a company that treats people the way we wish we’d been treated. Let’s be real: the real estate world is full of shady companies, pushy salespeople, and sleazy homebuyers who care more about profit than people. We started REI Branded Home Buyer because we believe it should be the other way around — people first, profit second. We’re proud to call Spokane home. Our wives, Jenny and Michelle, love the slower pace of life here and all the outdoor beauty Washington has to offer. George and Jenny have two amazing daughters and two dogs — they love to travel and recently visited Japan to see their daughter abroad. TJ and Michelle are outdoor lovers through and through — backpacking, hiking, hunting, fishing, even rock climbing. Michelle’s become quite the mountaineer! If you’re thinking about selling a house — no matter the reason — we’d love to hear your story and see how we can help.