Frequently Asked Questions
Do you still have some questions?. We would be more than happy to answer any questions that you may have. Below, we have presented some questions that are commonly asked by people interested in selling their home. If you still have a question, please do not hesitate to text/call at (732)-898-0226.
Q: Are you going to list my house on MLS or actually buy it?
A: Great question. We are not agents, and we don’t “list” houses. We are professional home buyers. We buy houses on and around Staten Island which meet our purchasing criteria. From there, we may repair the house and resell it to another home owner or keep it as a rental ourselves. That becomes our worry, not yours.
Q: Are the prices that you pay fair market value?
A: Many of the houses we purchase are for below market value. The difference is in the “As Is” purchase. Our team pays the closing and transaction costs. We pay for any repairs, upgrades, hauling, and special maintenance sellers leave behind. This is in addition to saving the seller weeks or months of mortgage, maintenance, utilities, and property tax payments. Since there are no commissions, it results in even more cash for the seller. We will explain the reasoning behind our cash offer. However, since there is no obligation, there is no requirement to accept it.
Q: How do you determine the offer price for my house?
A: Great question, and we’re an open book: Our process is very straightforward. We look at the location of the property, what repairs are needed, and the current condition of the property. Next, we look at values of comparable houses recently sold on Staten Island (or appropriate neighborhood). We work to get you the most money possible in the shortest possible time.
Q: Are there any fees or commissions to work with you?
A: This is what makes us stand out from the traditional method of selling your house. There are NO fees or commissions when you sell your house to us. We present our offer, and if you accept we buy your house “As Is”. Chances are our offer will save you at least $10,000 in commissions you would otherwise have to pay. No hassle. No fees. We make our money after we pay for any repairs on the house and then sell it or rent it. Either way, the house becomes our “problem”. You already have your cash from the sale.
Q: How are you different from a real estate agent?
A: The easy answer is that we actually buy your house, and a real estate agent does not. If you are selling your house through a real estate agent, they will list your property and hope that someone buys it. They will show your properties to potentially buyers, and hope to get an offer. This process takes an average of 6-12 months in most markets. Furthermore, the real estate agent typically takes a commission between 3-6% for selling your house (so if you are selling a $100,000 house, you will pay the real estate agent $3000-$6000 in commission). We are not agents. We are home buyers. We promise to give you a straight cash offer, and the money will be in your hands in as little as 5 days. We make a living by taking on the risk of buying the house with cash, repairing the house, and then finding a potential buyer.
Q: Are you going to list my house on MLS or actually buy it?
A: Great question. We are not agents, and we don’t “list” houses. We are professional home buyers. We buy houses on and around Staten Island which meet our purchasing criteria. From there, we may repair the house and resell it to another home owner or keep it as a rental ourselves. That becomes our worry, not yours.
Q: Can I stop or avoid foreclosure by selling my house?
A: Yes, in many cases. Selling your house will stop the foreclosure process, and could also help you save credit. You can get the bank off your back quick, and also walk away without damaging your credit.
Q: Do I get locked into anything by submitting my information? Is there any obligation?
A: NO! Submitting your information does not lock you into anything. There is absolutely zero obligation. We keep your information completely confidential. When you tell us about your property, we’ll take a look, set up a call with you and give you a fair cash offer. Once we give you an offer, it is completely your decision whether you want to sell your house. We will not bother you. We will not harass you. We will let you decide what is right for you, and we will respect your decision either way! We are confident that you will be happy with our fair cash offer, but we will not force you.