What is the ratio in Re Citro?

In bankruptcy cases, creditors' interests will normally outweigh family welfare considerations in forcing sale of the home after a reasonable period.

What did the court decide in Re Citro?

The Court of Appeal ordered sale of both family homes, ruling that creditors' interests prevailed over the families' welfare needs.

It established the framework for balancing creditors' rights against family welfare in cases involving beneficial interests in the family home.

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