Frequently Asked Questions
You might have a few questions. That’s completely normal! Here’s a quick list of common questions we get, along with our answers. If yours isn’t here, feel free to reach out anytime. We’re always happy to help!
Q: Will you be listing my house on the MLS or actually buying it?
A: Great question! We’re not real estate agents and don’t list homes. At One Home Buyers, we are professional home buyers who purchase houses in that meet our criteria. Because we don’t rely on bank financing, you can be confident that we’re able to close the deal. After buying, we may renovate the property and either sell it to another homeowner or keep it as a rental.
Q: How are you different from a real estate agent?
A: Real estate agents list properties and wait for buyers. They show your home to potential buyers, if there are any. The average selling time in many markets right now is 4 to 6 months. When they do find a buyer, the agent takes a commission, usually between 3% and 6% of the sale price. For example, on a $100,000 home, that means paying $3,000 to $6,000 in agent fees.
Agents offer a valuable service for those who can wait 4+ months to sell and don’t mind paying commissions from their sale price. But that’s where we’re different. We’re not agents; we’re home buyers. Our company purchases your house directly from you. Because we pay all cash and buy the house outright, we can often decide to buy within a few days, sometimes even the same day. We make our living by taking the risk to buy your home with our own cash, handle the repairs, and then market it ourselves to find the next buyer.
Looking for this to be broken down further? Here’s a comparison chart to give an overview:
| 🏡 Selling to One Home Buyers | 💼 Selling with a Real Estate Agent | |
| ⏱️ Selling Timeline | ✅ As little as 7 days | ⏳ Typically 30–90+ days |
| 🔧 Repairs Needed | ❌ No repairs needed – sell as-is | 🔨 Often need repairs or updates |
| 💰 Fees & Commissions | 💸 No fees or commissions | 💼 5–6% agent commissions + closing costs |
| 🏠 Showings/Open Houses | 🚫 None required | 👀 Multiple showings and open houses |
| 🔒 Certainty of Sale | ✔️ Guaranteed cash offer | ❗ Sale can fall through (financing, inspection) |
| 🧾 Closing Costs | 🆓 Often covered by the buyer | 💲 Usually paid by the seller |
| 📉 Appraisal Required | ❌ No appraisal needed | 📋 Appraisal is typically required |
| 📦 Move-Out Flexibility | 📆 Flexible move-out and closing dates | 🗓️ Less flexible – tied to buyer’s schedule |
Q: Do you pay fair prices for properties?‘
A: Many of the homes we buy are priced below market value, so we can resell them at a profit to another homeowner. We aim for a fair discount on the property. Often, sellers aren’t expecting a huge payout. Instead, they value our cash offers, fast closings with no financing delays, and the fact that they don’t have to spend time, effort, or money on repairs or agent fees. If that sounds like what you’re looking for and you want to sell quickly, let’s work together to find a fair price that works for both of us. Our no-obligation offer means you’re under no pressure to accept, but it’s helpful to know what we can offer!
Q: How do you determine the price to offer on my house?
A: That’s a great question, and we’re an open book. Our process is very straightforward. We look at the property’s location, what repairs are needed, its current condition, and the value of comparable houses sold in the area recently. Taking all this 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: Here’s what sets us apart from the traditional way of selling your home: when you sell directly to us, there are no fees or commissions, unlike listing fees that can take up to 6% out of your pocket. We’ll make you an offer, and if it’s right for you, we’ll buy your house with no hassle and no fees. Often, we even cover the closing costs. Our profit comes after we handle any repairs and resell the home. We take on the risk of selling for a profit. Once we purchase your home, the responsibility is ours, and you walk away free from the property and its payments with cash in your hand.
Q: Is there any obligation when I submit my information?
A: There’s absolutely no obligation on your part. After you share some details about your property, we’ll review the information, possibly schedule a call to learn more, and present you with a fair all-cash offer that works for both of us. From there, the choice is entirely yours whether to sell your house to us. We’re here to support whatever decision feels right for you.
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