Ben Affleck is open for dating-source

Ben Affleck

With their divorce papers filed and Ben Affleck moving out of the house he's shared with Jennifer Garner in recent months, the former couple is entering a new phase -- and for Ben, that's likely to include dating.

 

A source tells E! News that while Jen isn't making romance a priority just yet, Ben is open to the idea of meeting someone new. 

"Being single is a whole new world for Jen. She isn't used to not having the kids around and being able to focus on herself. She is interested in dating, but it's not a major priority. The kids will always come first. If she happens to meet someone, then she is open to that as well. But, she isn't going to set her sights on finding someone," says the source. 

"Ben is interested in dating," the source elaborated. "He feels ready to date and will be putting himself out there.

" Ben recently found a new home near Jen, where their three children will spend time with their dad, according to E!," Jackson said.