(A figure >50 signifies a bullish/expansionary new home sales environment.)

One individual needs to make the final decisions.Dispute Resolution: Define and agree on a method for resolving disputes that may arise, such as mediation or arbitration, to avoid litigation.Change in Marital Status: What happens to the ownership if a party gets married or divorced?

I equated a car owner to what you insist is invariably an "elderly individual" or a "widow" (as far as I know car owners come in different ages, genders, marital statuses, mental capacities and etc.).

The 3 ft  chalk markers were still visible  on the walls and one of the prospective buyers asked what the chalk marks signified.

Again, not to split hairs, she's exercising her rights that arise because it's his homestead not hers.Generally, a deed is prepared showing the grantor's marital status. 

To me, this would signify a larger rate cut to encourage more spending and economic growth.

This all depends on your tax bracket, state, marital status, etc.

This uptick signifies the growing value of single-family homes in the area.

The BIG issue is the EX-Wife who wishes to maintain a life style she clearly cannot afford and wants to STAY in the home with the Children BUT cannot AFFORD to make the payments on such DEBT that would allow for that (thus her need for $300K +/- in extra proceeds that would in essence be used to make those payments for the 3 years)Sadly yes there are consequences when families break up, separation's and marital divorce happens.

Selling costs and marital status are also considered.