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Wait! There's a Better Way!

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Real Estate Agent with RLAH@properties AB95346

Your family has just learned they must sell Granny's house, and it isn't the kind of place that will appeal to the current market.  You know!  All of the people who are learning all they know about real estate from HGTV? 

The decor is a combination of "That 70's Show" and Chippendale.  Since Granny left, the roof sprung a leak, the heating system bit the dust, and the mice who moved in have begun to die of lead poisoning.  But you want it sold. 

I saw this on the back of a bus the other day, and if I'd called them, they'd make it sound pretty easy.  No clean ups.  No repairs. No real estate commission fees!

But there is a much better way!  If you are trying to sell an estate house, I can help you find a builder/investor types who, like the webuyuglyhouses.com guys, will be able to give you a fast all cash settlement.  And yes, you will pay a brokerage fee, but it will virtually always be far less than the difference between the sales price and the low ball offer the wholesalers will offer. 

If you the executor of an estate in the DC Metro area that has a home to sell, our presentation will present you with options that will work for your family.  Webuyuglyhouses.com knows where to find the "Flip or Flop" buyers. 

So do I.

Comments (21)

Sybil Campbell
Fernandina Beach, FL
Referral Agent Amelia Island Florida

Patricia, you are right that there is a better way. They are called "limited service agencies" for a reason.

Feb 13, 2016 08:06 AM
Women of Westchester Working Together
Women of Westchester Working Together - West Harrison, NY
Women helping Women get ahead

Yes, that is indeed a much better solution.  I fear that many are taken in by these other people.

Feb 13, 2016 08:15 AM
Tammy Lankford,
Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA
Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

those signs have always struck me as creepy.  yes, we'll "steal" your house is what they should say

Feb 13, 2016 08:19 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Patricia, OK you were not driving when you were taking that picture were you?

Feb 13, 2016 08:35 AM
Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate
Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

 I have an acquaintance who operates similar to "We Buy Ugly Houses".  His offers are 50 to 60 cents on the dollar (of what the house would appraise for).  But he pays cash, the only conditions are a structural inspection and clear Title.

 

Feb 13, 2016 08:48 AM
Joan Dickie
Keller Williams Premier Realty - La Crosse, WI
Keller Williams Premier Realty

Listen to Patricia, sellers!  The ''we buy ugly homes" reps will take the home off from you with very little hassle except to hassle you for a really low price.

Feb 13, 2016 10:10 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

I often think home sellers in their desire for a quick sale, don't realize what a difference a little preparation and a great agent can make when it comes to garnering more profit from a home sale. 

Feb 13, 2016 11:17 AM
Mary Yonkers
Alan Kells School of Real Estate/Howard Hanna Real Estate - Erie, PA
Erie/PA Real Estate Instructor

Right on Myrl Jeffcoat a little preparation &!great agent will result in more $$ in your pocket.

Thanks fo post Patricia Kennedy 

Feb 13, 2016 11:26 AM
Evelyn Johnston
Friends & Neighbors Real Estate - Elkhart, IN
The People You Know, Like and Trust!

I know an agent here in our market that knows some of these companies that buy ugly houses.  She gives them market value and they give her leads of the ones who want to sell.  It is a big part of her business.

Feb 13, 2016 12:03 PM
Lou Ludwig
Ludwig & Associates - Boca Raton, FL
Designations Earned CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRES, TRC

When your looking to sell granny house or any house call Patrica Kennedy for professional real estate service.

Good luck and success.

Lou Ludwig

Feb 13, 2016 12:37 PM
Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

Ron and Alexandra, selling a funky house as an estate or trust executor can be a lot of work! And sometimes it just makes sense to appeal to the renovators in the market.

Feb 13, 2016 12:40 PM
Troy Erickson AZ Realtor (602) 295-6807
HomeSmart - Chandler, AZ
Your Chandler, Ahwatukee, and East Valley Realtor

Patricia - Yes, the We Buy Ugly Houses people will buy an ugly house, but typically for pennies on the dollar. There are alternatives.

Feb 13, 2016 01:22 PM
Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

Sybil, I don't think these guys are even limited service agents. I think they act as principles 

Feb 13, 2016 02:29 PM
Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

Debbie, I don't think most people understand how deeply discounted their prices are. 

Feb 13, 2016 02:31 PM
Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

Tammy, not far off 

Feb 13, 2016 02:32 PM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

Wow, I didn't know these people bought in the DC sector also Patricia Kennedy, poor granny! 

Feb 13, 2016 04:33 PM
Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho
Sandpoint Realty LLC - Sandpoint, ID
North Idaho Real Estate - 208-255.6227

No matter their business model.  Need give them credit for an ad that really sticks out.    Mark

Feb 13, 2016 05:30 PM
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

If you are desparate, yes, this could be a fast way...but you are right there is a better way!

Feb 13, 2016 11:08 PM
Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

It seems that there is a better way of almost every case I've encountered in my entire life. Just seems the way in the world to always seek it out

Feb 14, 2016 04:30 AM
Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

Sorry about the punctuation on my phone again. Happy Valentine's Day, everybody! Extra love and light today!

Feb 14, 2016 04:31 AM