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Let’s walk through how your cash offer is calculated

No guesswork, just clear, honest numbers

1. Let’s say your house is in “good condition”— everything still works and is livable, but the style is a bit outdated, and some of the major systems (roof, foundation, HVAC, plumbing, electric) are nearing their end of life.

Most of the houses we buy fall somewhere along a wide spectrum—ranging from homes that are just a bit outdated to those that require major repairs or full renovations. And that’s completely fine with us.

We understand that not every property is in perfect shape, and we’re fully prepared to purchase houses in virtually any condition. Whether your home has cosmetic issues, structural problems, or has simply been lived in and needs updating, we’re still interested.

You don’t need to make any repairs or clean up—we specialize in buying houses exactly as they are.

2. Let’s say your house is inng for top dollar in your neighborhood look more like this—fully renovated with modern finishes and major systems already replaced.

This home features a brand-new roof, giving peace of mind for years to come. Inside, you'll find a beautifully modernized kitchen complete with sleek stainless steel appliances, updated cabinetry, and stylish countertops—perfect for cooking and entertaining.

The bathrooms have been thoughtfully renovated with contemporary fixtures, elegant tile work, and clean finishes that give a spa-like feel. Throughout the home, updated flooring and new lighting fixtures add warmth and sophistication.

Every detail has been carefully selected to create a welcoming and move-in-ready space that’s perfect for a new family to enjoy.

3. As you can see, there’s a noticeable difference between an outdated but livable home and one that’s fully renovated to the top of the market.

🔨 Buyers in today’s market expect modern finishes. The updated comparable property sold for $300k, but it likely took 4–6 months and a significant investment to reach that condition (remember, we have to stay competitive in the retail market, or we will wait around for months with no buyers or take reduce the listing price).

💵 There are selling costs as well which include realtor commissions to the listing agent and buyer’s agent which can be up to 6%, closing costs and seller’s concessions which can be up to another 6%, paying the mortgage each month, taxes and insurance, utilities and lawn care, which can be another few thousand dollars a month out of your pocket, etc.

😩 Of course, we have to make a little bit of profit for all the hassle and risk, but we try to keep it reasonable. Investors need to account for time, cost, and risk to get it there. We don’t keep all of the profit either, as we need to cover operating expenses like marketing, payroll, and closing coordination, so we can continue to help more sellers in Houston. This is not like HGTV, many investors underestimate these costs and go out of business.

Think about it—would you, as a buyer, be willing to pay the same price for a house that still needs significant repairs or updates when there’s another property down the street that’s fully renovated and move-in ready for the same amount? Most likely not.

The average buyer is looking for convenience, modern finishes, and peace of mind, not a list of repairs and unexpected expenses. And that’s exactly why cash buyers need to purchase properties at a discount.

The cost of repairs, the time it takes to complete renovations, the holding costs during that period, and the risk involved all factor into the offer price. It's not about undercutting value—it's about realistically accounting for everything it takes to bring that property up to market standards.