Frequently Asked Questions
We know selling your house — especially in a tough situation — raises a lot of questions. Here are the ones we hear most often:
How does your process work?
It’s three steps: (1) Tell us about your property by phone or form, (2) We research your property and present a fair cash offer within 24 hours, (3) You choose the closing date and we handle everything else. The whole process from first call to cash in hand typically takes 14–21 days.
How fast can you close?
We can close in as little as 7 days. Most deals close in 14–21 days. But if you need more time — 30, 60, or even 90 days — we work on your schedule.
Do I really pay no fees or commissions?
Correct. Zero fees, zero commissions. We also cover the closing costs. The amount we offer is the amount you receive at closing.
How do you determine your offer price?
We analyze recent comparable sales in your area, assess the property’s current condition and needed repairs, and factor in local market trends. We’ll share our analysis with you so you can see exactly how we arrived at the number.
What if my house needs a lot of work?
That’s our specialty. We buy houses in any condition — foundation issues, fire damage, code violations, mold, roof problems, you name it. You don’t need to fix or clean anything.
Can you buy my house if I’m behind on payments?
Yes. If you have equity in the home, we can buy it and the mortgage gets paid off at closing. If you owe more than the house is worth, we can discuss your options including potential short sale scenarios.
Do you buy houses in foreclosure?
Yes. We can often close before the sheriff sale date. Time is critical in foreclosure situations, so contact us as early as possible for the most options.
Can you buy my house if it’s in probate?
Yes. If you’re the court-appointed executor or administrator, you typically have the authority to sell — often with court approval. We work with probate attorneys throughout Chicagoland and understand the process.
Do you buy houses with tenants?
Yes. We buy occupied properties with tenants in place. You don’t need to evict anyone. We handle the tenant situation after closing.
Is your offer negotiable?
We always aim to present our best offer upfront. That said, we’re open to discussing the numbers. If you have a specific price in mind, let’s talk about it.
What areas do you serve?
Cook County, DuPage County, Will County, Lake County, Kane County, McHenry County, and Kendall County in Illinois. Lake County and Porter County in Indiana. This includes Chicago, Joliet, Aurora, Naperville, Gary, Hammond, and dozens more communities.
Are you going to lowball me?
We make fair offers based on data. We’ll show you the comparable sales and explain our calculations. If our offer doesn’t work for you, there’s no obligation and no hard feelings. We’d rather be honest than waste your time.
What’s the catch?
There isn’t one. We make money by buying houses below retail value, renovating them, and either reselling them or renting them out. You get speed, certainty, and convenience. We get a property to invest in. It works when both sides benefit.
Still Have Questions?
Give us a call or get your free, no-obligation offer. We’re happy to answer anything we missed.
