A leaking roof, a cracked foundation, fire or water damage, an old furnace, or a house that just needs everything. When a house needs major repairs, selling it the traditional way can feel impossible. Many buyers using a mortgage cannot buy a house in rough shape, because lenders often require certain repairs first. And fixing it yourself takes money, time, and contractors you can trust.
Honest Homebuyer Dayton buys houses that need work, as-is. We renovate houses ourselves, so we know what repairs really cost, and we will show you how we came up with our number.
Houses we buy as-is
- Fire, smoke, or water damage
- Foundation, structural, or roof problems
- Mold, plumbing, or electrical issues
- Hoarder houses or houses full of belongings
- Houses with code violations or that have been condemned
- Vacant houses that have sat for years
- Outdated houses that simply need a full update
Should you fix it before you sell?
Sometimes, yes. Here is an honest way to think about it:
- Small, cheap fixes often pay off. Cleaning, fresh paint, and fixing obvious small problems can help a house sell for more on the open market.
- Big repairs do not always pay you back dollar for dollar. A new roof, foundation work, or a full kitchen can cost close to (or more than) what it adds to the sale price. Depending on the job and your contractors, it can take a few weeks, and sometimes months.
- Get real estimates before you decide. Have a contractor or home inspector look at the big items so you know what you are dealing with.
- Think about your time and stress, too. Managing a rehab while paying taxes, insurance, and utilities on the house is a lot to take on.
If the house is in decent shape and you have time, listing it with an agent may get you the most money, and we will tell you that. If it needs major work or you need to move on, selling as-is may be a better fit.
Be honest about known problems
In Ohio, most home sellers must fill out a Residential Property Disclosure Form listing problems they know about. Being upfront protects you. When you sell to us, we look at the house ourselves and buy it in the condition it is in, so you know where you stand from the start.
Fire or water damage and insurance
If your house was damaged and you have insurance, talk with your insurance company or adjuster before you sell. Some claims can affect who gets paid and when. We are happy to work around an open claim and the timeline that comes with it.
How it works
- 1. Call, text, or fill out the form. Tell us what is wrong with the house. There is no problem too big to ask about.
- 2. We walk through it with you. We will point out what we see, explain repair costs, and make you a fair offer.
- 3. Close at a local title company on your timeline. No repairs, no cleaning, and you get paid at closing.
Areas we serve
We buy houses that need repairs in Dayton, Kettering, Huber Heights, Trotwood, West Carrollton, Miamisburg, Germantown, Centerville, Beavercreek, Springboro, Franklin, Middletown, and the surrounding areas.
Not sure what your house is worth in its condition? Call or text Darren at 513-601-9176, or fill out the form above. No pressure, and no cost to talk.