KNOW YOUR OPTIONS
Compare what
you keep.
Not just the price.
A cash offer and a market listing solve different problems. Put the terms, costs and timing side by side before deciding.
TWO PATHS TO COMPARE
Make room for the whole picture.
| Consider | Cash offer | Market listing |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Negotiated with the buyer; may reflect repair and investment costs. | Set through market exposure and negotiation; the final price is uncertain. |
| Condition | Confirm which condition is accepted and any inspection clauses. | Choose whether to prepare, repair or market the home as-is. |
| Expenses | Read the allocation of closing costs, fees and credits in the agreement. | Review negotiated brokerage compensation and other selling expenses. |
| Timing | Depends on agreed terms, title and any conditions. | Depends on finding a buyer, financing if any, and contract conditions. |
| Best comparison | Estimated net proceeds, realistic timeline, contingencies and your priorities. | |
WORK WITH YOUR OWN NUMBERS
A simple proceeds worksheet.
Use estimates from actual offers and service providers.
This worksheet is arithmetic only. It does not estimate home value, typical commissions, taxes or a likely offer. Empty fields are unknown, not zero. Your numbers stay in this browser and are not submitted.
LOOK BEYOND THE HEADLINE
Questions worth asking.
How is a cash offer different from listing my house?
A direct cash sale focuses on an agreed purchase price and contract terms with a buyer. Listing exposes the property to the market and may produce a higher price, with its own preparation, marketing and transaction costs. Compare the amount you would keep, the conditions and the timing of each option.
What fees or costs should I compare?
Ask for an itemized estimate showing the purchase price, seller-paid expenses, credits, loan payoffs and other deductions. Who pays each cost depends on the contract. A higher headline price does not always mean higher proceeds.
Who will be named as the buyer?
The buyer must be identified in the written purchase agreement. Before signing, ask whether that buyer intends to close directly, whether assignment is allowed, and what happens if conditions are not met. Do not rely on a website request as a commitment to purchase.
YOUR NEXT CHAPTER
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