Financial Comparison
Your House, Your Choice
Compare the real costs of listing your home with an agent versus selling directly for cash. We provide the data, you make the decision.
Direct Sale vs. Traditional Listing Needing Repairs and Updates
We believe in total transparency. Here is how numbers can break down for a cash offer vs. a traditional listing needing repairs & updates.
Total Estimated Savings
$8,107*
Based on commissions, repairs, concessions, and closing costs saved.
Empower Cash Offer
Get a Cash Offer
Sell your house directly without repairs, commissions, or lengthy timelines.
- Sell on your timeline(or close in as little as 10 days)
- No repairs needed
- No commissions
- No showings or open houses
- Flexible closing date
- Avoid holding costs
Financial Example
Purchase Price$283,000
Agent Commissions$0
Realty Transfer Tax$2,830
Repairs & Holding$0
Estimated Seller Net$280,170
Realty transfer tax referring to standard closing costs, vary by state and local regulations, usually equating around 1% of sale price.
Traditional Market
List With an Agent
List your home traditionally on the open market and prepare for retail buyers needing repairs and updates.
- Potential retail exposure
- Traditional MLS marketing
- Agent representation
- Buyer financing options
- Pay 6% commission
- Handle all repairs
- Clean & stage for showings
- Risk of buyer financing falling through
- Wait 45-90+ days to close
Financial Example
Purchase Price$315,000
Agent Commissions (avg 6%)-$18,900
Closing Costs-$3,150
Seller Concessions (avg 3%)-$9,450
Repairs & Holding Costs-$35,000
Estimated Seller Net$248,500
Why Some Homeowners Prefer a Cash Sale
Listing with an agent works for some, but many homeowners find that the speed, certainty, and ease of a cash sale far outweigh the potential for a slightly higher gross price.
Inherited Homes
Settle estates quickly without the burden of managing or repairing an unwanted property.
Avoid Foreclosure
Stop the clock and save your credit by closing fast before the bank takes action.
Costly Repairs
Don't spend $30k+ on a roof or foundation, and or a full kitchen remodel to just list it. We buy it as-is.
Divorce
Simplify the asset division process with a clean, fast sale that allows both parties to move forward.
Relocation
Need to move for a new job? Don't get stuck paying two mortgages while your house sits on the market.
Problem Tenants
Tired of managing rentals, evictions, or vacant properties? We take them over.
Avoiding Uncertainty
No more waiting for appraisals, inspections, or buyer financing to fall through at the last minute.
Save on Taxes/Liens
Settle outstanding tax liens or judgments quickly through the proceeds of a fast sale.
Frequently Asked Questions
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