Sell My House for Cash vs Listing in St. Louis
Local cash home buyers since 2016. 1,000+ houses bought in St. Louis MO & IL. We buy 50+ homes a year. 4.7 on Google from 65+ reviews. Read Google reviews.
As-is cash offer. No repairs. We typically cover closing costs. About 2 weeks. You pick the date.
Or call/text 636-525-1566. We answer 24/7.
How It Works: 3 Steps
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Call or Send the Address
A few questions, then a preliminary cash range on the phone. No obligation.
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30-Minute Walkthrough
No cleaning. David or Mike walks the house and sends a written offer. We can show proof of funds before you sign.
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You Pick the Closing Date
Typically about 2 weeks, or on your timeline. Title company closing. The title company releases payment after closing.
Cash Offer vs Listing vs FSBO
Categories, not a quote. Agent commission is negotiable. See cash offer vs listing for the full write-up.
| Factor | House Sold Easy cash | Listing with an agent | For sale by owner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time to close | About 2 weeks, you pick the date | Often 60 to 120+ days including prep | You find the buyer |
| Repairs | None. We buy as-is | Often needed to list and appraise | Buyers still inspect |
| Showings | One walkthrough | Many showings | You host them |
| Commission | None | Negotiable; often mid-single digits | None |
| Closing costs | We typically cover ours | Seller often pays a share | Seller usually still pays |
| Financing risk | Cash | Buyer loan can fail | You carry that risk |
If you want to sell my house for cash in St. Louis, this page is the comparison: cash vs listing vs FSBO. The metro head term sell my house fast St. Louis stays on the home page. The process page is we buy houses.
House Sold Easy buys as-is. Typical close about two weeks, or on the seller's timeline. We typically cover closing costs. Call 636-525-1566.
Cash Sale vs for-Sale-By-Owner
FSBO keeps the agent commission off the table. You still host showings, you still negotiate repairs after inspections, and you still carry the buyer’s loan risk. A cash sale trades some top-line price for a date you can plan around and a house you do not have to get list-ready.
Agent commissions are negotiable. Run a net sheet if you are comparing. Agent commissions are negotiable. Run a net sheet if you are comparing. Cash offer vs listing and Missouri seller closing costs.
When FSBO or a listing is the better net
The house is already list-ready, you can host showings, and you can wait for a financed buyer. In that case, call an agent you trust, or list it yourself if you want that work. We will say so on the phone when it is true.
When a Cash Sale Fits
Repairs, tenants, probate, a move date, or a house that will not pass a retail buyer’s inspection. We buy as-is. How it works.
Common Questions
Will I get retail list price for cash?
Usually not, because we take the repairs and the hold. There is no set percent. How much less do cash buyers pay?
Do I pay closing costs?
We typically cover closing costs. Mortgages, taxes, and recorded liens still come out of proceeds.