Common questions from our homeowners

Frequently Asked Questions

Selling A House To Us Is Simple… And We Want To Make It Easier By Answering Our Most Asked Questions

We always want to help our local community by answering any questions they may have. Below is a collection of the most frequently asked questions we receive from home owners in the The Bay Area that ask us if we buy houses Bay Area. If you have any more questions that you can not find here please feel free to give us a call at 415-692-5133 or contact us by filling out this simple form.

Will I be under any form of obligation with your free cash offer?

You’ll never be under any form of obligation. Our free cash offers do not include any risks. It’s all up to you whether to accept or reject our cash offer.

Is it still possible to sell my house to you even if it’s listed with a real estate agent?

Sadly, we can’t because listing your home with a real estate agent means it’s contracted. Thus, we won’t be able to purchase it until you cancel the contract with your Realtor.

Will you still buy my house even if I owe money on it?

Whether you have large liens or loans, we’ll still buy your property. If what you owe is greater than our cash offer, that’s fine! Through our exceptional financing offers, we have successfully bought multiple houses that have high mortgages.

How long do I have to wait before I can sell my house?

It can be as fast as seven days. However, it varies depending on each homeowner’s situation. Some take longer because of more serious challenges. Fortunately, Brothers Buy Homes has the skills and experience to handle different types of difficulties. Hence, you can be confident that we’ll do the best we can to buy  your house at the earliest time possible.

How much will you pay for my house?

We provide a fair cash offer to every homeowner by considering three things. We check your home’s location, the extent of repairs needed to meet expected standards, and the price of similar properties in the past several months. We remain open and transparent with every homeowner. Should you have any questions or concerns, call us at 415-598-9297 or fill in our form.

 

Will there be any charges when I sell my house to you?

Choosing the traditional route can mean costly repairs and more fees. With us, you’re not paying a single dime. We handle all the expenses when we buy your property, so you can move out with more cash. We make the whole home-selling process smooth and seamless for you.

What Happens to the Properties You Buy?

After purchasing your home and conducting the necessary renovation (the flip), there are a few ways we earn back our investment. Sometimes, we sell the house outright. Others can be rented for long-term or short-term leases. We take into account the location, size, and condition of the home to determine the best path forward. For example, if the house is located within a growing commercial area, we can rent it to business owners who can’t qualify for a home loan.

What Do I Need To Do as the Seller?

Nothing! You won’t need to make repairs, clean the property, stage it for photos, or negotiate with finicky buyers. Simply sit back, relax, and wait for closing day.

If you’re still living in the house and would like to begin moving your things, then we can provide assistance if you need it!

As cash buyers, we handle all parts of the process, including paperwork and coordination with other involved professionals. You may need to sign documents at the escrow company, but these papers can be mailed to your preferred address, so you can sign them at your convenience. Our goal is to provide a streamlined experience at every step of the transaction.

Do You Pay a Competitive Cash Offer for the Properties?

While “competitive” can be subjective, we try to be as fair as possible when it comes to pricing. In other words, we want to strike a balance: a value that works for us, the buyer, and you, the seller. Too much of either side, and we’d have an unprofitable business, or you’d get a lowball offer.

We take into account various other factors when coming up with the cash offer, not just the condition of the property. These include the base value of the home and the costs of renovation. If you’d like to know, we can share these considerations and how they played a role in calculating the final cash offer. We want to stay transparent and keep you informed. Even if you decide not to proceed, you’d still have the knowledge that will help you decide on alternative paths.

What Are the Advantages of Working With Cash Buyers?

There are a few ways a cash buyer is more beneficial than traditional transactions.

  1. Transaction Simplicity: Working with a cash buyer feels more like a retail transaction than a property sale. There’s no need for extensive marketing, listing, negotiations, and other steps that add to the complexity.
  2. Buyer Certainty: As cash buyers, we have the financial backing to purchase your property with ease. Traditional buyers may still require financing and lender approval, which isn’t always guaranteed. When you work with us, you gain confidence that the property will 100% be sold.
  3. Convenience for Sellers: Cash buyers work as full-service real estate companies that handle everything. For busy sellers and those who aren’t familiar with property sales, we provide ease and convenience.
  4. More Cost-effective: Traditional sales can balloon in costs, especially when the property isn’t getting any offers. Plus, you’ll need to deduct the costs of agent commission, repairs, and other expenses from the total sales price. You eliminate these added costs with the simplicity and one-stop solutions of cash buyers.
Do I Need To Make Repairs?

No, you don’t have to make any repairs or any other changes to your property. This is the beauty of working with a cash buyer. We purchase properties as-is, so there’s no need to fix or renovate anything. In comparison, buyers in traditional sales may meticulously examine every part of your home and demand repairs before signing the purchase agreement.

 

There are cases when we’ll hire an inspector as part of our evaluation. However, this practice is merely to inform us about the fixes we may need to do once we acquire your home. Otherwise, we don’t need you to make any modifications or updates to finalize the sale.

How Fast Is the Closing for the Sale?

You’re in complete control of the closing timeline. Whether you need a few months to find and move to a new home, or if you want to cash in within a week, our team works with you to provide maximum flexibility. You won’t have to wait for lender approval on the buyer’s end or face other delays typical of traditional sales.

What Makes You Different From a Real Estate Agent?

A traditional sale is the realm of expertise for real estate agents. They work with you to stage your house, list the property in an MLS, and find buyers who are willing to make an offer on the property. We’re more like the buyers who purchase the property directly from you. You won’t have to negotiate offers or wonder who the buyer is because it’s us!

 

It’s unsurprising that many people may confuse real estate agents with investors like us. However, our roles are quite different. For those who still want their properties sold the traditional way, real estate agents are the more suitable choice. There’s a chance to sell at a higher price, especially if your property is in an in-demand location. If you’re one who values convenience, ease, and certainty, then working with a cash buyer like us is the more appropriate strategy. We help you skip the hassle while still providing a fair cash offer.

How Long Does It Take To Get My Offer?

At Brothers Buy Homes, we can provide your free offer in as fast as 24 hours. Of course, this timeline begins after we assess your property’s condition and your current situation. We won’t make an offer until we’ve visited your location and conducted a thorough assessment. In short, you won’t get an offer within 24 hours after the initial submission of details.

 

We make sure that our visits happen as soon as possible. That way, you’ll avoid long delays that are associated with traditional sales. These evaluations are critical, though, as it helps us arrive at a reasonable price for your home

How Do You Know the Value of My House?

Knowing the value of the offering is a critical consideration when making a decision. The value differs from property to property, but you can rest assured that we’ll provide an offer that’s informed by factors like the following.

  1. Condition of the Property
  2. Size
  3. Finishes
  4. Value of Nearby Homes
  5. Planned Renovations for the Property
  6. Extent of Repairs We’ll Need To Do

By taking all of these into consideration, we can come up with an offer that works for both of us. Plus, our team considers your near-term plans, so we can structure the offer at a more personalized level.

Are There Any Fees?

No. There are absolutely no fees when you work with Brothers Buy Homes. Our cash offer is the price you’ll get at closing, minus any remaining debt or liens you’ll need to settle. In a traditional sale, the total sales price is usually not the net proceeds. You’ll need to pay your agent commission, cover the cost of repairs, and pay fees to other professionals you’ll need for the sale. In the end, you may need to deduct thousands of dollars from the sales price.

 

When you work with us, there are no real estate agent commission fees, no closing costs, and no inspection fees or repair expenses to cover. If your home doesn’t have any mortgage left or property taxes to cover, then you keep all the cash offered and move on with your life.

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