Frequently asked questions
Everything sellers ask, with honest answers.
If your question is not answered here, call Nick directly. The number is at the top of the page.
How do you decide what to offer?
We start with what your house could sell for after repairs (the after repair value). Then we subtract the cost of repairs, holding costs (taxes, insurance, utilities while we own it), closing costs on both sides of the deal, and a reasonable margin for our work. The remainder is your offer. We walk you through the math line by line so you can see exactly how we got there.
Are there any fees or commissions?
None. No agent commissions, no listing fees, no closing costs from your side. The number on the written offer is the number that hits your account at closing.
How fast can we actually close?
Typically 7 to 14 days from when we sign the contract. The bottleneck is the title company, not us. If you need longer to move out, you pick the date.
What if my house has tenants who won’t leave?
Tenants in place is fine. We buy occupied properties regularly and handle the tenant relationship from there.
Do you buy houses in foreclosure?
Yes, regularly. We can close before an auction date if there is enough time. The earlier you reach out, the more options we have.
What if I owe more on the mortgage than the offer?
This is an underwater situation. We can sometimes work with your lender on a short sale. Tell us up front so we can plan the right path.
Can I cancel after I sign the contract?
Yes. We offer a 3-day cancellation guarantee, no questions asked.
What types of properties do you buy?
Single family, 2 to 4 family, condos, vacant land, and mobile homes. We do not buy co-ops.
How is selling to you different from Opendoor or HomeVestors?
Opendoor uses an algorithm and won’t touch homes that need real work. HomeVestors is a national franchise, you’ll talk to whoever owns the local franchise this month. We are family owned and local, and our team handles every deal directly from first call to closing.
Will I have to clean out the house first?
No. Walk away with what you want, leave the rest. We handle clean-out, repairs, and disposal at our cost.
Do I need to make any repairs before selling?
No. We buy houses completely as-is, from light cosmetic wear to major structural problems. You never fix, paint, or update anything.
Which areas do you buy in?
We buy houses in Queens and all five NYC boroughs, on Long Island in Nassau and Suffolk, across Westchester, and in most of northern and central New Jersey. If you are not sure whether we cover your town, submit your address anyway. We probably do.
Is there any obligation when I request an offer?
None. The offer is free, and you can take a few days to decide. If it is not right for you, no hard feelings.
How do I get started?
Submit your address through the form or call us directly. Nick will reach out within 24 hours, walk the property in person or virtually, and put a written cash offer in your hand.
Who will I actually be working with?
Nick York, our head of acquisitions. Same person from the first call to the closing table. No call centers, no hand-offs.
Ready when you are.
No pressure either way.
Submit your address. A team member will call within 24 hours, walk the property in person or by video, and put a written offer in your hand.