Frequently Asked Questions
Maybe you have a few questions. That’s okay; most people do. Here is a quick collection of some of the questions people ask us, along with our answers. If you still have a question, don’t hesitate to contact us anytime. We would be happy to answer it for you.
Q: Will you be listing my house on the MLS or actually buying it?
A: Great question. When you contact us to sell your Des Moines home, we will speak with you and setup an appointment to see what works best for your situation. We buy homes with cash and we are also real estate agents. If listing your house on the MLS will get your house sold fast, for the highest amount, we will do that for you.
Q: What makes selling for cash a better decision than listing on the MLS?
A: Selling on the MLS can be a great option for someone with an updated home that is in great condition. If your home requires updates, repairs, and extensive cleaning it will likely not be economically reasonable for you to complete. Selling your Des Moines home for cash will help eliminate the stress of cleaning, repairing and updating your home. You also won’t have to schedule multiple showings and disrupt your life.
Looking for this to be broken down further? Here’s a comparison chart to give an overview:
| Selling w/ A Des Moines Agent | SOLD To Sell My Iowa Home | |
|---|---|---|
| Commissions / Fees: | Up to 6%, paid by you, the seller | None |
| Who Pays Closing Costs? | 2% on average is paid by you, the seller | We pay all costs. |
| Inspection & Financing Contingency*: | Yes, sales can fall through. | None needed |
| Appraisal Needed: | Yes, the sale is often subject to appraisal. | No, we make cash offers. |
| Average Days Until Sold: | +/- 91 Days | We provide immediate cash offers. |
| Number of Showings: | It Depends | 1 (Just Us) |
| Closing Date: | 30-60+/- days after accepting the buyer’s offer | The date of YOUR CHOICE. |
| Who Pays For Repairs? | Negotiated during the inspection period | We pay for all repairs. |
Q: Do you pay fair prices for properties?
A: Many of the houses we purchase are below market value. We do this so we can resell it at a profit to another homeowner. We are looking to get a fair discount on a property. In our experience, many sellers aren’t necessarily expecting a large “windfall” on the property. Instead, they appreciate that we can offer cash, we close very quickly (no waiting for financing), and no time, effort, or expense is required on your part to fix up the property or pay agent fees. If that’s what you’re looking for and you see the value in getting your house sold fast, let’s see if we can come to a win-win price for both parties. Our no-obligation pricing commitment means that you don’t have to move forward with the offer we give… but it’s good to know what we’re offering!
Q: How do you determine the price to offer on my house?
A: Great question, and we’re an open book. Our process is very straightforward. We look at the location of the property, what repairs are needed, the current condition of the property, and the value of comparable houses sold in the area recently. Taking the many pieces of information into consideration, we come up with a fair price that works for us and works for you, too.
Q: Are there any fees or commissions to work with you?
A: When you decide to sell your house for cash with us there are NO fees and NO commission. This is meant to be a hassle free way to sell your home. If your house qualifies to be sold on the MLS, there will be a standard commission and you will receive top dollar for your home.
Q: Is there any obligation when I submit my information?
A: Absolutely not. Once you tell us a bit about your property, we’ll take a look at things, maybe set up a call with you to find out a bit more, and make you a cash offer that’s fair for you and fair for us. From there, it’s 100% your decision on whether or not you’d like to sell your house to us. There is no pressure. We understand this is a big decision and we want you to be comfortable with your choice. We’ll let you decide what’s right for you.
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