I was offered about 50% of my home’s market value. Their pitch was that it would be a quick, hassle-free sale—no cleanup, no repairs, just sign and take the money. Since my situation involved an estate, they positioned themselves as middlemen who could market the property to investors and “ease my family’s burden.”
The reality was different. The offers that came in were downright insulting—far below market value. Even when they got a few investors to “increase” their bids, the numbers were still ridiculously low.
To be fair, the people I dealt with were polite and persistent. They weren’t rude or pushy, and once I declined, they simply disappeared. In the end, I chose to list with a local realtor and received a fair market offer, which worked out much better.
My takeaway: if you’re in a tough situation and just need to get rid of a property fast, this route might appeal to you. But if you want anywhere close to market value, you’re better off with a traditional listing.