Yes - if you cannot reach an agreement, the Family Court can order the sale of a jointly owned property. Either party can apply for court orders compelling a sale if the other refuses. However, this is a last resort and courts prefer parties to reach agreement through negotiation, mediation, or consent orders. If you want to keep the home, you need to demonstrate you can refinance the mortgage into your sole name and pay your ex their share of the equity.
The strongest position is having your finance confirmed before negotiations reach an impasse. If you can demonstrate to your ex (and their lawyer) that you have pre-approval to refinance and fund the equity buyout, a court application becomes unnecessary. Lendology assesses your borrowing capacity early so you know exactly what is achievable.
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