Sell Your Vacant or Abandoned House in Florida — Fast, Fair, and As-Is
We handle violations, liens, and cleanouts so you can move on — no repairs, no agents, no waiting.
Vacant and abandoned houses can drain money fast — code fines, taxes, insurance, and break-ins. FL Home Buyers purchases these properties in any condition, clears title issues, and closes in as little as 7 days. No cleanup. No hassle. Just a guaranteed cash offer from a local buyer who knows Florida.
Trusted by homeowners and code-enforcement officers across Florida.
The Realities of Vacant & Abandoned Houses in Florida
Vacant or abandoned homes stack costs fast — fines, taxes, insurance, and repairs. Handle them correctly to stop losses and convert a liability into cash.
When a House Is Considered Vacant vs. Abandoned
A property is vacant when unoccupied but still maintained. It’s abandoned when the owner stops paying taxes or utilities and ignores code enforcement. Both can trigger city action, liens, and escalating penalties.
Top Problems Facing Vacant Properties
Each month a house sits empty, risk and cost increase. The most common Florida issues:
Code Violations & Liens
Fines can stack daily.
Overgrowth, debris, or unsafe conditions lead to compounding fines and liens recorded against title.
Break-Ins & Vandalism
Vacant houses attract trouble.
Empty homes draw burglars or squatters, causing damage, legal headaches, and police involvement.
Structural Decay
Neglect compounds repairs.
Without AC or upkeep, humidity, leaks, and pests destroy drywall, flooring, and framing quickly.
Carrying Costs
Bills continue. Income doesn’t.
Taxes, insurance, utilities, and HOA fees persist while the property earns nothing.
Florida’s Hidden Crisis: Vacant & Abandoned Real Estate
Behind the palm trees and coastal skylines, thousands of Florida homes sit empty — stalled renovations, probate leftovers, or properties lost in disputes. Each month of inaction costs owners thousands. Fines accrue, insurance cancels, and roofs decay while equity quietly disappears.
FL Home Buyers handles what others avoid — homes buried in liens, code violations, or broken title chains. Our in-house team works with city departments, attorneys, and title underwriters to transform distressed properties into clean closings — often within 10 days.
Code Fines That Snowball
Daily penalties quietly erase your equity.
Code fines start small — $250–$500/day — but compound fast. Within weeks, penalties reach tens of thousands and attach to title as liens. Many owners only discover them when trying to sell.
We negotiate directly with compliance departments to cut balances by 60–80% and secure official mitigation letters before closing.
Title Chaos from Old Ownership
Heirs, lenders, and missing releases create legal dead ends.
When properties linger unclaimed, overlapping heirs and unreleased mortgages block resale. Most title companies reject these files outright.
FL Home Buyers works directly with probate attorneys and underwriters to clear title — even when ownership records span decades.
Insurance Gaps & Liability Exposure
Vacant homes lose coverage after 60 days.
Standard homeowners’ insurance terminates after two months of vacancy. Fire, theft, and storm damage become the owner’s problem — not the insurer’s.
We purchase these homes as-is, absorbing all risk the moment we close. You walk away liability-free.
Exit Options That Actually Work
Most “cash buyers” can’t close on problem homes. We can.
Realtors can’t list properties with liens or structural issues. Banks won’t finance them. So sellers sit — paying taxes and watching equity burn.
FL Home Buyers eliminates all friction: no repairs, no showings, no agents. Just a guaranteed cash close — on your schedule.
The True Cost of Holding a Vacant Property
Every “extra month” has a price. Property taxes, maintenance, and insurance drain thousands — before fines or emergencies even begin.
- Property Taxes: $300–$700/month
- Vacant Home Insurance: 150–250% higher premium
- Utilities & Lawn Service: $200–$400/month
- Code Violation Fines: $100–$500/day
- Equity Loss from Deterioration: ~1–2%/month
The average owner loses $2,000–$4,000/month by holding an empty property. Cities escalate fines, insurers cancel coverage, and value drops. FL Home Buyers ends the cycle — buying as-is, paying cash, and clearing every lien.
Get Control Back — We Handle the Entire Vacant Property Problem
When a property sits empty, every day drains your equity — escalating code fines, unpaid taxes, insurance lapses, and mounting maintenance costs. FL Home Buyers stops that bleed. We buy Florida’s vacant and abandoned houses as-is, clear liens, and manage every legal and logistical step through closing.
From code enforcement negotiations to junk removal and title clearance, our team gives owners one clean, transparent exit path. We handle the chaos so you can move on with cash in hand.
Immediate Cash Offers
Skip agents, listings, and months of uncertainty. We provide same-day cash offers based on real market data, property condition, and violations — no fees, no commissions, no waiting.
Code Violation Relief
We communicate directly with code enforcement to pause fines, request extensions, and remove liens at closing. Daily penalties and legal pressure end the moment we take over.
As-Is Sales — No Repairs
Boarded-up, hoarder condition, or fire-damaged — it doesn’t matter. We purchase properties exactly as they stand, handling cleanouts and permitting ourselves.
Guaranteed Net Proceeds
What we quote is what you get — no deductions, hidden fees, or post-closing surprises. Our offers include closing costs, title work, violations, and cleanup in full.
No repairs. No obligations. Just a fast, fair, transparent exit from any Florida property.
Trusted by Florida homeowners, investors, and city officials across Palm Beach, Broward, Lee, and Sarasota counties.
Frequently Asked Questions About Selling Vacant & Abandoned Homes
Straight answers for Florida property owners dealing with fines, liens, code violations, or long-neglected properties.
Can I sell my house if it has open code violations?
Yes. We purchase properties with open code violations and negotiate directly with city compliance to pause or remove fines before closing. No repairs required.
What if there are squatters or unauthorized occupants?
Our legal partners handle eviction and possession transfers while we proceed with the sale. You won’t lose time waiting for resolution.
Do I need to clean out the property before closing?
No. Leave behind anything unwanted. We handle junk removal, debris disposal, and personal property cleanouts after closing.
Will you buy a condemned or boarded-up property?
Yes. We specialize in condemned and unsafe structures. Once under contract, we file compliance plans to prevent further fines until sale completion.
How fast can you close?
Most vacant home closings complete in 7–21 days depending on title conditions. Cash, no banks, and a timeline you control.
Do I need to pay any fees or commissions?
No. We cover title, closing, and recording costs. The amount in your offer is what you receive — in full, with no deductions.
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