How We Buy Houses
Sell Your House Fast: 3 Easy Steps
As DC, MD and VA real estate experts and professional problem solvers, we’re here to get you the most cash for your home, so you can walk comfortably and resolutely.
Let’s start with the address of the home you’re looking to sell in the greater DC area, and we’ll follow up with a few questions about the property:
Selling My Home with Sell My House Fast DC
1.) What information do you need from me?
We only need a couple pieces of info when appraising your home for a cash offer:
- How quickly you’re looking to sell.
- The current condition of the home (and any new improvements).
- How long you’ve owned the house.
- Your reason for wanting to sell the house.
This should take about 5-10 minutes over the phone. These details (the more the better) will allow us to make the best cash offer possible for your house, while also better understanding your needs and history with your property.
2.) How soon can I get my cash offer? Instantly?
Although we are considered an “instant buyer” (or “iBuyer”), it will take about 10 minutes to 1 hour in most cases to consult with our underwriting team and perform a brief analysis of the property.
We’ll come back as soon as possible with a firm, guaranteed offer you can trust. You can even stay on the phone with our team while we finalize the details!
3.) How do you calculate your cash offer? How do I know you won’t lowball me?
For over 20 years, we’ve been helping homeowners in DC sell their houses quickly and with ease. We couldn’t have stayed in business this long by offering lowball prices – that’s not how we operate. At the same time, we are a business, which means we need to ensure the transaction works for everyone involved.
Our goal is simple: the value of the service we provide should always exceed what we earn from buying your home. If we can’t present you with a fair offer, then we won’t move forward with the purchase – it’s that straightforward.
Just to be completely transparent, here’s rough look into how we calculate a cash offer for your home (you won’t get this anywhere else!):
Cash Offers: How We Calculate
Our Formula:
[YOUR OFFER] = [ARV] – [REPAIR COSTS] – [SELLING COSTS] – [ROI]
4.) Why not list my house instead? Doesn’t that ensure I’ll get the most money?
Often, it does. At least on paper.
But that’s not factoring in the costs of getting your home ready, paying realtor commissions, inspections, contingencies, closing costs, and more.
And then there’s your time. Selling a house takes on average 60 to 90 days in a good market.
And your unique situation (facing foreclosure, selling in probate, looking to move on quickly – to name a few scenarios).
Selling your home on the market is not for everyone and not for every situation. Here’s a quick guide between the two options:
Listing vs Selling Your Home for Cash
| Listing /w an Agent | SOLD to Sell My House Fast DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Commissions / Fees: | 6% on average is paid by you, the seller | None! |
| Who Pays Closing Costs?: | 2% on average is paid by you, the seller | None! (we pay all costs) |
| Inspection & Financing Contingency*: | Yes, up to 15% of sales fall through | None! |
| Appraisal Needed: | Yes, sale is often subject to appraisal | None! (get a cash offer) |
| Average Days Until Sold: | +/- 90 Days | IMMEDIATE CASH OFFER |
| Number of Showings: | Many, depending | Just once (only us) |
| Closing Date: | 30 to 60 days after accepting buyers offer | Your Choice (we can close within 7 days) |
| Who Pays For Repairs?: | Negotiated During Inspection | We cover ALL repairs! |
5.) How can I trust you will close? When am I paid?
When choosing a “We Buy Houses” company, look for these key trust signals:
- Proof of successful past transactions and positive reviews from real sellers
- A professional website and BBB accreditation
- A physical office in an accessible location for transparency
- Fair contracts with no surprise changes after the agreement
The last thing you want is to get stuck in a shady deal where the offer drops after signing. With us – and any reputable home-buying company – the price agreed upon is the amount you’ll receive at closing, paid in cash.
By leveraging a network of trusted cash buyers in Washington DC, MD and VA – we ensure you’ll never have to worry about delays or incomplete payments.
We’re committed to providing solutions tailored to your real estate needs. Let’s talk today and find out if we’re the right fit to work together! 😊
Talk to Our Team
Let’s see if we can help sell your house faster. Get a fast, fair offer today.
“I was really impressed with the professionalism and transparency working with Sell My House Fast DC. They clearly walked me through each step, and I received my funds in just 7 days as advertised. Highly recommended!”
January 2025
