Last updated: January 2026

Updated January 2026

How Do Cash Home Buyers Work?

Quick Answer

Cash home buyers purchase properties directly using their own funds—no banks, no financing contingencies. You get a cash offer within 24-48 hours, skip repairs and commissions, and close in as little as 7 days.

The Cash Buyer Process: Step by Step

1

Contact Us

Call or fill out a form with your property details

2

Get an Offer

We evaluate and make a fair cash offer within 24-48 hours

3

Review & Accept

No pressure—take time to decide if it works for you

4

Close & Get Paid

Close in 7-60 days on your schedule

How Cash Buyers Differ from Traditional Sales

Factor Cash Buyer Traditional Sale
Timeline 7-14 days 45-90 days
Agent Commission $0 5-6% of sale price
Repairs Required None Usually required
Showings None Multiple strangers
Financing Risk None Deal can fall through
Closing Costs We pay Seller pays ~2%

Why Choose a Cash Buyer?

Cash buyers make sense when you value speed, certainty, and convenience over maximizing every dollar. Common reasons include:

  • Inherited property—you don't want to manage a distant house
  • Facing foreclosure—you need to sell fast to protect your credit
  • Major repairs needed—you can't afford or don't want to fix issues
  • Job relocation—you need to move quickly
  • Divorce—you need to split assets and move on
  • Tired landlord—you're done dealing with tenants

How We Calculate Our Offers

At FL Home Buyers, we base our offers on:

  • Recent comparable sales in your specific neighborhood
  • Current market conditions in Florida
  • Property condition—as a licensed General Contractor, we know real repair costs
  • Our holding costs—what it costs us to own and renovate

We're transparent about our math. We don't pay full retail—that wouldn't be honest. But when you factor in the 6% you save on commissions, plus our covering all closing costs, plus the repairs you skip—many sellers net similar amounts with far less hassle.

Want to See How It Works Firsthand?

Get a free, no-obligation cash offer in 24 hours. No pressure, no fees.