Side-by-Side Comparison
Cash Offer vs. Traditional Sale for Distressed Properties
See how our Cash Offer process compares to traditional methods of selling damaged or distressed properties
| Traditional Sale | ||
|---|---|---|
| Speed and Certainty | ||
| Time to Sell | As fast as 7-14 days | Months or even years |
| Sale Certainty | Guaranteed offer | Uncertain, many buyers back out |
| Closing Date | Flexible to suit your needs | Dependent on repairs and buyer |
| Buyer Financing | Not applicable | Difficult for distressed properties |
| Offer Stability | Upfront, transparent | Often lowered after inspections |
| Financial Benefits | ||
| Repairs Needed | None required | Extensive and costly |
| Real Estate Agent Fees | None | 5-6% of sale price (if you can find an agent) |
| Holding Costs | Minimal ongoing costs | Continued maintenance, taxes, and utilities |
| Clean Out/Junk Removal | We handle it | Your responsibility, can be extensive |
| Inspections | Not required | May fail or require costly repairs |
| Convenience and Flexibility | ||
| Property Showings | Not required | Necessary and potentially hazardous |
| Paperwork | Minimal, we handle most | Extensive, especially for distressed properties |
| Buyer Pool | We buy properties in any condition | Very limited buyer pool for damaged homes |
| Stress Level | Low, we handle the process | High, dealing with repairs and uncertain sale |
| Code Violations | We can often work around issues | Can prevent traditional sale |