If your house needs major repairs…and you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or just confused on what to do next. This article is for you.
Selling a house that has major repairs needed is different than selling a house that is all fixed up mostly because of the pricing
Maybe the roof needs replaced…Maybe it needs new HVAC, Hot water tank, or Furnace.
Maybe the foundation has issues…or there are cracks in the basement walls or the concrete.
Or the property just hasn’t been updated in years. We see these houses frequently.
Often times sellers are wondering:
“Do I have to fix everything before I sell?”
The answer is definitely a firm NO!
You can sell a house with major repairs exactly as it sits.
Watch this quick video to learn how to sell a house with major repairs in Gahanna Ohio…
What Counts As Major Repairs?
Major repairs can include:
- Foundation issues
- Roof damage
- HVAC failure
- Electrical or plumbing problems
- Water or mold damage
- Structural concerns
These problems can make traditional sales harder…
But they don’t prevent you from selling.
Your Options If Your House Needs Repairs
1. Fix Everything First
You can invest in repairs…
But that often means:
- High upfront costs – Costs to make repairs has only gone up! Also if you’re dealing with a contractor you have to be careful because there are good contractors out there but there are also BAD contractors out there that will steal your money or do bad work which means you’ll have to go back and fix it again which will cost you even more money.
- Long timelines – There are a lot of good contractors out there, but they are usually the most busy. Expect to work around their schedule.
- Contractor delays– When it comes to fixing up properties, things don’t always happen perfectly. Expect delays and extensions. That is normal.
- No guarantee of return– Fixing up the property and putting money into the property does not always guarantee a return on investment
2. List It As-Is
Some buyers may consider it…
But many financed buyers will run into:
- Inspection issues
- Appraisal concerns
- Lender restrictions
This is because many financed (traditional) buyers who are typically shopping for houses where you would list it on the MLS are using bank lenders to finance their purchase. This means the bank is going to do a thorough inspection where they will compile a massive list of things wrong with the house. This information can only be used against you in a negotiation. Also, a bank/lender for a traditional buyer will need to send their appraiser through the house. The appraiser can be even more intrusive and “tough” than the inspector. Nothing can kill a real estate sale faster than an appraiser. This could all end up being a massive waste of your time. Time is money in real estate because every day that goes by that you still haven’t sold is another day you’re paying property taxes, insurance, utilities, and a mortgage (if you have one)
3. Sell Directly As-Is
Many homeowners choose to work with cash home buyers in Gahanna Ohio to avoid the hassle. We buy houses in Gahanna fast and we buy them in their AS-IS condition. What allows us to do this is we don’t use a traditional bank or lender. That means no formal inspections or appraisals. We can buy the home as it sits and make things very easy for you, the seller.
Why Many Sellers Skip Repairs
Trying to fix everything can take months and be very costly. Have you been to the Home Depot or Lowes lately?! Costs for all materials and tools has gone WAY UP! That doesn’t even mention the cost of labor. Believe me, in the world of fixing houses, you get what you pay for. If you’re going to have the house fixed up the RIGHT way, you have to expect to pay for it. Good contractors don’t work for free and certainly aren’t cheap
That’s why many choose to sell their house as-is in Gahanna Ohio instead.
This allows you to:
- Save time… we’ll buy the house as-is so no time wasted fixing the house
- Avoid costs… you don’t have to fix anything, clean anything, or haul anything away
- Sell faster… we don’t use a traditional lender so we can close on your timeline
- Reduce stress… easy, clean sale so you can move on.
Need To Sell Quickly?
Properties needing repairs are often tied to:
- Financial hardship (Foreclosure, Job loss, Medial, etc.)
- Vacant homes (code violations, boarded up, all ok!)
- Inherited properties (multiple heirs, probate, etc.)
- Landlord issues (tenants not paying, eviction needed, etc.)
Many homeowners choose to sell their house fast in Gahanna Ohio instead of investing more money. What they find is they can net the same amount or MORE just by selling the house As-Is
If your home has been sitting unused, you may also want to learn how to sell a vacant house in Gahanna Ohio
In more extreme situations, some homes may require specialized solutions, such as when you need to sell a hoarder house in Gahanna Ohio . We’re experienced with this and can make it easy for you.
How Our Process Works
We keep it simple:
Step 1: Reach out: Call/Text 614-300-5151 or fill out for HERE
Step 2: We review the property either over the phone (you can send in pics) or Live in person
Step 3: You receive a fair cash offer, no haggling, no games or gimmicks
Step 4: You choose your closing date. Since we’re paying cash, you tell us when you want to close
Get A Cash Offer For Your House
If your house needs major repairs and you’re ready to sell…
We can help.
👉 Call or text us at 614-300-5151
👉 Or fill out the form HERE
Or learn more about how we buy houses in Gahanna Ohio
Check out what other sellers are saying about working with us (video below)
