Sell Your House Fast in Houston, TX — We Buy Houses Near You

When you sell your Houston house to a cash home buyer like us, the process is straightforward — and it moves on your timeline, not a bank's.

Step 1: Tell us about your property. Call us at (346) 641-3335 or submit the form on this page. We'll ask a few questions about the property's location, condition, and your timeline. No inspections, no prep work on your end.

Step 2: Get your cash offer. We evaluate your property based on comparable sales in your Houston neighborhood and its current condition. Within 24 to 48 hours, we present a fair, written cash offer — no obligation, no pressure. We explain exactly how we arrived at the number.

Step 3: Close on your schedule. Accept the offer and pick your closing date. Need to move in 7 days? We can do that. Need 30 or 60 days to figure out your next step? That works too. We handle the paperwork and cover standard closing costs. You walk away with cash.

There are no commissions, no agent fees, and no surprise deductions. The number we agree on is the number you receive at the closing table.

Every selling method has trade-offs. Here's an honest comparison so you can decide what fits your situation.

	Listing with an Agent	Selling FSBO	Selling to Us (Cash)
Timeline	60–120+ days on average in Houston	90+ days (often longer without agent marketing)	7–14 days typical
Repairs Needed	Yes — buyers expect move-in condition	Yes — same buyer expectations	None — we buy as-is
Commissions & Fees	5–6% of sale price	2–3% (buyer's agent commission)	Zero commissions or fees
Showings	Multiple open houses and private showings	You handle all showings yourself	One visit from our team — that's it
Closing Costs	Seller typically pays 1–3%	Seller typically pays 1–3%	We cover standard closing costs
Risk of Deal Falling Through	Common — financing, inspections, appraisals	Higher — no agent to vet buyers	Minimal — cash, no financing contingencies
Best For	Maximizing sale price when you have time	Experienced sellers in hot markets	Speed, convenience, or challenging property situations

A traditional listing makes sense if you have a market-ready home and several months to spare. But if you're dealing with a property that needs significant work, or you're facing a situation where time matters — foreclosure, probate, divorce, relocation — selling to a Houston cash home buyer eliminates the variables that slow everything down.

We buy houses across the Houston metro in virtually any condition. No property is too old, too damaged, or too complicated. Here are the situations we handle most often:

Houses that need major repairs. Foundation issues are common across Houston — especially in neighborhoods like Acres Homes, Third Ward, and parts of the East End where older homes sit on shifting clay soil. Whether it's foundation damage, roof problems, plumbing failures, or mold from Houston's humidity, we buy it as-is.

Inherited and probate properties. If you've inherited a home from a family member and don't want the burden of maintaining, repairing, or managing it — especially if there are multiple heirs involved — we can close quickly and simplify the process. We work directly with probate attorneys and title companies to handle the legal requirements.

Pre-foreclosure situations. If you're behind on mortgage payments and facing foreclosure, selling to a cash buyer can help you avoid the credit damage and legal complications. We can often close before the foreclosure date, and the proceeds go toward satisfying the remaining balance.

Divorce and relocation. When you need to divide assets or move quickly for a job, waiting months for a traditional sale isn't realistic. We offer certainty on a timeline you control.

Rental properties with problem tenants. Tired of dealing with tenants who won't pay or won't leave? We buy occupied properties and handle the transition.

Flood-damaged homes. Houston homeowners know the reality of flood risk — from Harvey's devastation to seasonal flooding in areas along Buffalo Bayou, Brays Bayou, and the San Jacinto watershed. If your home has flood damage you can't afford to remediate, we buy it as-is.

Vacant and tax-delinquent properties. A vacant home is a liability — ongoing taxes, insurance, code violations, vandalism risk. We can take it off your hands quickly.

We won't sugarcoat it: a cash offer will typically be below full retail market value. That's the trade-off for speed, certainty, and zero out-of-pocket costs. Here's how we arrive at our number:

We start with recent comparable sales in your Houston neighborhood — what similar homes in similar condition have actually sold for, not list prices. We factor in the property's current condition, the estimated cost of repairs or updates it needs, and the holding costs we'll carry during renovation. From there, we calculate an offer that's fair to you and workable for us.

What many homeowners don't realize is that a lower sale price doesn't always mean less money in your pocket. Consider what a traditional sale actually costs: 5–6% in agent commissions, 1–3% in closing costs, potentially thousands in pre-sale repairs, staging, and months of mortgage payments while you wait. When you add those up, the net proceeds from a cash sale are often closer to a traditional sale than the sticker prices suggest.

We're transparent about our numbers. When we make an offer, we show you how we got there — the comps we used, the repair estimates, and our margin. No mystery, no pressure.

Do I need to make any repairs before selling?

No. We buy Houston houses in any condition — foundation problems, roof damage, mold, flood damage, code violations, outdated systems, you name it. Leave it exactly as it is.

How fast can you actually close?

Most transactions close in 7 to 14 days once you accept our offer. If you need more time — say, 30 or 60 days — we'll work around your schedule. The closing date is your choice.

Are there any fees, commissions, or hidden costs?

None. There are no agent commissions, no service fees, and we cover standard closing costs. The offer amount is what you walk away with at the closing table.

How do I know your offer is fair?

We base every offer on comparable sales in your neighborhood and the property's condition. When we present the offer, we share the data behind it — the comps, the estimated repair costs, and our calculation. If you want to compare with other buyers, we encourage it.

Will you buy my house if it has liens or title issues?

In most cases, yes. We work with experienced title companies to resolve liens, judgments, and clouded titles. Outstanding balances are typically satisfied from the sale proceeds at closing.

What areas of Houston do you cover?

We buy houses across the greater Houston metro — from The Heights and Midtown to Spring Branch, Acres Homes, the East End, and beyond. We also serve Katy, Cypress, Spring, Pasadena, and surrounding communities in Harris County and Fort Bend County.

What if I'm behind on my mortgage payments?

Selling to a cash buyer is one of the fastest ways to avoid foreclosure. We can often close before a scheduled foreclosure sale date. The sale proceeds go toward paying off the remaining mortgage balance, and you walk away clean — no foreclosure on your record.

Do I have to clean out the house before closing?

Take what you want and leave the rest. Old furniture, junk in the garage, that broken appliance — we handle all cleanout and disposal after closing.

We buy houses across the entire Houston metro area. Whether your property is inside the Loop, in one of Houston's established suburbs, or in an unincorporated area of Harris County, we can make you a cash offer.

Inside the Loop and central Houston: The Heights, Midtown, Third Ward, East End/East Downtown, Near Northside, Second Ward, Montrose, Spring Branch, Acres Homes, Independence Heights, Kashmere Gardens, Fifth Ward, Denver Harbor.

North Houston and beyond: Spring, Tomball, Humble, Kingwood, Atascocita, Aldine, Greenspoint.

West Houston: Katy, Cypress, Jersey Village, Bear Creek, Barker, Energy Corridor.

South and southeast Houston: Pasadena, Pearland, League City, Friendswood, South Houston, Channelview, Deer Park, La Porte.

Southwest Houston: Sugar Land, Missouri City, Stafford, Alief, Sharpstown, Westbury, Meyerland.

If you're not sure whether your property falls within our buying area, give us a call at (346) 641-3335. We'll let you know right away.

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