Divorce Real Estate Specialists

Seamless Collaboration for Legal Professionals

RCS-D certified specialists providing comprehensive divorce real estate services that simplify your case files and protect your clients' interests.

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Meet Katie Winter

Team Lead & RCS-D Certified Specialist

Katie has been a full-time agent for over 5 years and has quickly made a name for herself amongst agents and clients alike by leveraging her knowledge, experience, and personality to succeed in this fast-paced market.

As a divorce and probate specialist with RCS-D certification (Real Estate Collaboration Specialist in Divorce), Katie can assist your clients through one of the most stressful times in their lives while simultaneously helping you complete your case files and simplifying the process.

RCS-D Certified

Real Estate Collaboration Specialist in Divorce

5+ Years Experience

Full-time real estate professional

Pittsburgh Expert

Extensive local market knowledge

Katie Winter, REALTOR® and RCS-D Specialist

Comprehensive Divorce Real Estate Services

We go above and beyond to simplify the process, analyze equity, and fill holes in your case file while simultaneously improving your client's experience.

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Case File Support

Collect, sort, and store all house-related documents using secure file management systems. Provide attorneys access to necessary documents for case files.

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Comprehensive Property Valuation

Our five-step process goes beyond "appraisal minus mortgage" to uncover hidden liabilities and ensure accurate equity calculations.

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Title Research & Analysis

Ensure titles are free and clear of all liens, identify unknown mechanics liens, and discover potential HELOC misuse issues.

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Mortgage Analysis

Obtain accurate mortgage payoff letters and facilitate pre-approval processes for spouses keeping the house.

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Property Condition Assessment

Recommend certified home inspections to identify potential costly repairs before equity division, preventing future surprises.

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Professional Network Access

Established network of appraisers, title companies, lenders, inspectors, and contractors. We provide 3+ options for each service needed.

Our Five-Step Valuation Process

Appraisal minus mortgage does NOT equal actual equity. Our comprehensive process ensures accurate valuation and protects all parties involved.

1

Title Analysis

Verify title is free and clear of all liens, identify unknown mechanics liens, and uncover any HELOC misuse.

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Mortgage Review

Obtain accurate mortgage payoff letters and facilitate pre-approval for spouse keeping the house.

3

Professional Appraisal

Coordinate professional appraisal while understanding its limitations and assumptions.

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Condition Assessment

Recommend certified home inspection to identify potential costly repairs that could impact value.

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Final Valuation

Provide comprehensive valuation report considering all factors for informed decision-making.

Why Choose Petit-Winter?

RCS-D Certification

Specialized training in divorce real estate collaboration gives us the knowledge to properly manage divorce real estate as a business transaction in the best interest of all parties.

Attorney-Focused Service

We cater our communication frequency to whatever makes you comfortable. We're building relationships with attorneys throughout Pittsburgh to create seamless collaboration.

No Cost to You

Our services cost you and your clients nothing throughout the process. All we ask in return is your referral if they decide to buy or sell any real estate.

Risk Mitigation

We protect all parties by uncovering hidden liabilities, ensuring fair equity division, and preventing future financial complications.

What Attorneys Say

Trusted by divorce attorneys across Pittsburgh for our expertise and reliability.

"Katie's thorough property analysis saved my client from a costly surprise. Her RCS-D expertise made the entire process seamless and professional."

Sarah Johnson, Esq.

Family Law Attorney

"Working with Petit-Winter has streamlined our divorce cases significantly. Their detailed reports and quick turnaround times are invaluable."

Michael Chen, Esq.

Divorce & Family Law

"The hidden cost analysis they provide is exceptional. Katie's team uncovered issues that could have derailed our settlement negotiations."

Jennifer Martinez, Esq.

Family Law Practice

Real Results

$45,000 Hidden Cost Discovery

A recent divorce case involved a property with what appeared to be a minor retaining wall issue, initially estimated at $15,000. Our comprehensive property assessment revealed the true scope of the structural problem.

Initial Estimate

$15,000

Actual Cost

$60,000

Difference

$45,000

This discovery prevented a significant financial surprise and ensured fair equity division for both parties. Without our thorough assessment, one spouse would have faced an unexpected $45,000 liability.

Initial Estimate $15,000
Actual Cost $60,000

Attorney Resources

Download our comprehensive guide to help you navigate divorce real estate challenges.

Hidden Costs in Divorce Real Estate

A comprehensive guide covering the most common hidden costs that can impact divorce settlements, including real case studies and prevention strategies.

  • Common hidden cost categories
  • Real case studies and examples
  • Prevention and mitigation strategies
  • Attorney collaboration best practices
Download Free Guide

PDF • 10 pages • Instant download

Ready to Collaborate?

Contact Katie Winter today to discuss how we can support your divorce cases and provide seamless real estate services for your clients.

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Katie Winter, REALTOR®

Team Lead & RCS-D Specialist

Office Location

5807 Penn Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15206

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