In this powerful episode of Divorce Happens, Olivia Howell sits down with Amy Slate, also known as the Breakup Broker—a real estate agent who specializes in guiding women through the emotional and logistical challenges of selling a home during divorce. With years of experience and a deep understanding of the divorce journey, Amy offers compassionate, practical advice for making smart real estate decisions during one of life’s most stressful transitions.

Amy and Olivia discuss why choosing the right realtor is crucial when emotions are high and timelines are tight. From helping clients get on the same page to navigating the nitty-gritty of paperwork and negotiations, Amy explains how having professional support makes a huge difference in the outcome—both financially and emotionally. She shares tips on preparing a home for sale, creating realistic expectations, and the importance of slowing down and taking things one step at a time.

Whether you’re in the thick of your divorce or just beginning to consider what comes next, this episode will leave you feeling seen, supported, and informed. Amy’s blend of empathy and expertise is a must-hear for anyone facing the tough decision of selling a shared home. Grab a cup of coffee and tune in—you’re not alone, and there’s a clear path forward.

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Olivia Howell:

Let’s jump in. Welcome back to Divorce Happens, the podcast where we support you before, during, and after divorce—with education, inspiration, and a little bit of laughter. Because divorce happens… and then you start fresh.

Today, I’m so excited to introduce one of our Fresh Starts experts with quite possibly the best business name ever: Amy Slate, also known as The Breakup Broker. Amy, can you tell us what you do?

Amy Slate:

Sure! I’m a real estate agent licensed in both Massachusetts and Florida. I work with all kinds of clients, but my focus is helping women who are going through divorce, separation, or breakups. I guide them through the complexities of selling a home during this major life transition.

Olivia Howell:

I love that so much. Every day I meet with people going through divorce, and two questions come up again and again: custody and what to do with the marital home. Our mission at Fresh Starts is to reduce anxiety where we can—and real estate is a huge part of that.

So, Amy, what’s the process? If someone owns a home with their soon-to-be ex, how do they decide to sell, choose a realtor, and actually go through with the sale?

Amy Slate:

Great question. First, take a step back and look at your situation holistically—from financial, emotional, and logistical perspectives. These all impact the decision to sell. Having someone like me to talk things through can really reduce anxiety. Divorce is overwhelming, and adding a home sale on top of it is a lot. That’s why it’s crucial to find a real estate expert who understands divorce and can walk you through the options.

Olivia Howell:

Totally. And it’s not like there’s one central place to find all the answers—everything is so case-specific, from mortgage terms to