Interim family law motion concerning the sale of a matrimonial home, spousal support, and interim equalization payments following separation after a long-term marriage.
The respondent sought orders requiring appraisal, repairs, and financial contributions to improve the value of the property prior to sale.
The court declined to require repairs or a formal appraisal and ordered that the property remain listed at its current price, emphasizing that delays could hinder a prompt sale.
The court granted the applicant exclusive possession of the home subject to the respondent’s right to access the property for staging and ordered the applicant to maintain carrying costs.
The court also ordered interim spousal support and monthly payments on account of equalization, considering the interaction between pension income and the principle against double recovery.
