Sell Your House with Code Violations in Florida | FL Home Buyers
Unpermitted work or code violations? We buy houses with these issues and handle the compliance ourselves. No need to fix before selling—we buy as-is. Close in 7-60 days.
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Us vs. Franchises: What's the Difference?
| Factor | FL Home Buyers | Franchises |
|---|---|---|
| Negotiation | Yes, we negotiate | Fixed pricing |
| Fair Price | Market-based offers | Lowball offers |
| Local Knowledge | Florida-focused | National chain |
| Flexibility | Custom solutions | One-size-fits-all |
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The Code Violations Clock is Ticking
Code violations, unpermitted work, or open permits can scare away traditional buyers and even stop a sale entirely. Many buyers won't touch a property with code issues, and fixing them can cost thousands of dollars and take months.
Why Selling to Us Beats Code Violations
We Buy As-Is
We buy houses with code violations exactly as they are—no need to fix anything before selling.
Licensed General Contractor
As a licensed GC (CGC1534000), we can legally fix code violations and unpermitted work ourselves.
Handle Open Permits
We can work with the city to close out open permits and resolve code violations after we buy.
No Inspection Surprises
We know what we're buying and factor in the cost of fixing violations in our offer—no surprises.
Fast Closing
We can close in 7-60 days—much faster than dealing with code enforcement yourself.
Protect Your Equity
If you have equity in your home, selling to us lets you keep it. In foreclosure, you may lose everything.
No Deficiency Judgment
If you owe more than the house is worth, selling to us can help you avoid a deficiency judgment that could follow you for years.
How We Handle Code Violations
Here's how we can help:
- We assess the property and identify all code violations and unpermitted work.
- We factor the cost of fixing violations into our offer.
- We buy the house as-is, with all violations.
- After closing, we handle fixing the violations ourselves. We're licensed to do so.
- You get cash without the stress of dealing with code enforcement.
Want to learn more? Check out how it works or read our blog post about selling fast in Florida.
Real Example
A homeowner in Miami had unpermitted additions and code violations that prevented them from selling. Traditional buyers walked away after inspections. We bought the house for $420,000, handled all the code violations ourselves (as licensed GCs), and the seller avoided months of dealing with city inspectors and contractors.
Common Questions About Selling Your House
How Can I Sell My House Fast For Cash?
The fastest route is selling to a cash buyer or investor. Unlike traditional buyers who need 30-45 days for mortgage approval, cash buyers like FL Home Buyers have the funds ready. We can typically close in 7 days, or on your specific timeline, because we skip the appraisals and bank inspections.
What is the 3-3-3 Rule in Real Estate?
The 3-3-3 rule is a general timeline expectation: 3 days to respond to an offer, 3 weeks for inspections and financing approval, and 3 months to close. When you sell to us, we break this rule—we can often offer in 24 hours and close in as little as 7 days.
What is the commission on a $500,000 house?
In a traditional sale, you typically pay 6% in agent commissions. On a $500k house, that is $30,000 directly out of your pocket, plus closing costs. When selling to FL Home Buyers, you pay zero commissions and we cover the closing costs.
What is the 20% rule in house flipping?
Investors often aim for a profit margin of around 20% after repairs to account for market risk. This helps determine the Maximum Allowable Offer (MAO). We are transparent about our numbers—we factor in repairs and a fair margin, often beating national franchise offers because we are local.
What is the 7% rule in real estate?
The 7% rule suggests that closing costs, commissions, and fees will eat up about 7% to 10% of your final sale price. If you sell to a cash buyer, you avoid the bulk of this 7% loss since there are no agent fees and we pay the closing costs.
What is the hardest month to sell a house?
Historically, December and January are the hardest months to sell due to the holidays and buyers waiting for the new year. However, we buy houses year-round, even during the holidays, so you don't have to wait for the "spring market."
What is considered a lowball offer?
A lowball offer is typically 25% or more below the fair market value (considering the home's condition). We don't lowball. We provide a fair cash offer based on the After Repair Value (ARV) minus the actual costs of construction and code compliance.
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