I had an offer within twenty-four hours
I’ve lived in Jacksonville, Florida, my entire life. While I appreciate the gorgeous weather, waterfront district and eclectic mix of cultures, I was eager to accept a job opportunity on the other side of the country. It was a chance to make more money, gain a promotion and improve my benefits. Plus, this new position provides upward mobility. The one difficulty was the limited time I had to make the decision and relocate. I was reluctant to own property in Jacksonville while living on the other side of the country. I didn’t want to be a long-distance landlord and rent out my house. It would be nearly impossible to resolve problems, choose renters and keep up with maintenance. Unfortunately, I didn’t have the luxury of listing with a real estate agent and pursuing a traditional home sale. I knew that listing the property would require multiple updates to satisfy a home inspection. With organizing a move and finding accommodations in my new location, I couldn’t handle hiring professionals to install a roof, update the air conditioner and replace the water heater. I didn’t want to devote my attention to mowing the lawn, trimming shrubs and painting a house that I was leaving behind. My brother recommended that I reach out to a cash home buyer. While there are multiple companies that make cash offers on properties in the Jacksonville area, I chose a family-owned operation with a positive reputation. There is no obligation to get an offer. They don’t resell information or resort to high-pressure tactics. I was able to fill out an online form. I had an offer within twenty-four hours. The offer was reasonable and surprised me in a good way. Reaching out to a cash buyer eliminated the need for a home inspection, repairs and realtor fees.