The respondent husband moved for the pre-trial sale of the jointly owned matrimonial home.
The applicant wife opposed, citing concerns about the husband's finances, potential trauma to the children, and her desire to purchase his interest.
The court found compelling reasons for the sale, including the husband's prima facie right, the parties' inability to afford the home, and insufficient evidence of harm to the children.
The motion was granted, ordering the sale of the home, but providing the wife with an opportunity to purchase the husband's interest based on an appraisal, subject to specific financial adjustments and timelines.
The court also made interim child and spousal support orders.
