California Property Division
Calculator
Transparent, step-by-step calculations for dividing real property and RSU / stock options under California community property law. All computations run entirely in your browser — nothing is stored or transmitted.
Real Property Calculator
FreeDivide community real estate using California case law. Handles all three scenarios automatically.
- Moore-Marsden — Separate property purchased before marriage
- Transmutation — Property converted from separate to community
- Community Property — Simple 50/50 split for marital purchases
- Watts / Epstein — Occupancy charges & sole-payer credits post-separation
RSU / Stock Options Calculator
BetaAllocate community interest in restricted stock units vesting across the marriage period.
- Nelson formula — Grant-to-vest overlap with marriage (recommended)
- Hug formula — Hire-date-to-vest ratio (alternative approach)
- Multi-grant / multi-ticker — Unlimited RSU grants per spouse
- Equalization payment — Net community proceeds owed between parties
Who uses this tool?
Attorneys & Paralegals
Quickly verify calculations for settlement negotiations and marital settlement agreements.
Mediators & Forensic CPAs
Generate clear step-by-step breakdowns to explain the math to both parties.
Individuals
Understand your rights before consulting an attorney or entering negotiations.
Legal Basis
In re Marriage of Moore (1980)
28 Cal.3d 366 — community interest in separate property
In re Marriage of Marsden (1982)
130 Cal.App.3d 426 — proportional contribution formula
In re Marriage of Watts (1985)
171 Cal.App.3d 366 — occupancy charges post-separation
In re Marriage of Epstein (1979)
24 Cal.3d 76 — reimbursement for sole mortgage payer
In re Marriage of Nelson (1986)
177 Cal.App.3d 150 — RSU grant/vest overlap formula
In re Marriage of Hug (1984)
154 Cal.App.3d 780 — hire-date allocation method