Frequently asked questions

We buy it. We’re not real estate agents and we don’t list homes. We buy houses in DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia directly from owners, then repair and resell them or keep them as rentals.

No. We charge no fees or commissions and we pay the closing costs. We make our money after we buy, by repairing and selling or renting the home, and we take on that risk.

We look at the home’s location, its condition, the repairs it needs and what similar homes nearby have sold for recently. We aim for a price that’s fair to you and still works for us, and we’ll walk you through how we got there.

None. We’ll review the property, may schedule a quick call, and then make an all-cash offer. Whether you accept is entirely up to you, and we’ll never pressure you.

Yes. Many homes we buy need work, so our offer reflects the repairs and risk we take on. In exchange you get cash, a fast and certain closing, and no repair, cleaning, commission or closing costs. Many sellers come out about even or ahead once those costs are counted.

An agent lists your home and waits for a buyer, which can take months and usually costs about 6% in commissions plus closing costs and repairs. We are the buyer. There are no showings, no commissions, and you can close in days instead of months.

In as little as 7 days once the title work is clear. If you need more time to move, we can schedule closing on whatever date works for you.

Any condition. Fire or water damage, outdated kitchens, foundation problems, hoarding situations and homes full of belongings are all fine. You don’t need to fix or clean anything.

Yes. We buy rental properties with tenants in place, including ones with problem tenants or late rent. We’ll talk through the lease situation with you.

Call us anyway. Mortgages, liens and back taxes are normally paid off from the sale at closing by the title company. If the numbers don’t work, we’ll explain your options honestly.

Often, yes. The personal representative or executor can usually sign once they’re appointed by the court. We work with estates regularly and can coordinate with your attorney.

A licensed, independent title or settlement company handles the closing, holds the funds and makes sure liens are paid and the deed is recorded properly.

No. Take what you want to keep and leave the rest. We’ll haul it away at no charge after closing.

All of Washington, DC; 10 Maryland counties (Anne Arundel, Baltimore County, Calvert, Charles, Frederick, Harford, Howard, Montgomery, Prince George’s and St. Mary’s); and Northern Virginia, including Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William counties and the cities of Alexandria and Fairfax.