How Do I Sell My House As-Is?

Everyone knows that the condition a house is in impacts what it sells for. That’s why so many sellers commit to spending thousands of dollars and lots of time on getting their homes fixed up and renovated before putting them on the market. But what if getting your home all fixed up before trying to sell doesn’t work for you? Your best bet is to try to sell as-is.

Learn about As-Is Home Sales

While selling a house as-is has plenty of overlap with the regular selling process, there are some important differences you need to be aware of. One of the most important parts of selling your home as-is is making sure you properly disclose all known property defects. It’s not just enough to tell buyers that what they see is what they get. You have to get more specific than that. That’s the best way to make sure you aren’t held liable for repairs after the sale has been completed.

Find the Right Buyer

Not all buyers are interested in as-is homes. Some very much prefer homes that are ready to move into without having to take the time or spend even more money getting them all fixed up. Homes that are significantly damaged can be tough to sell. That said, you can still find a buyer even for homes that have water or fire damage. You just need a professional home buying company like Minnesota Home Guys. We’ve made offers on homes in all sorts of conditions.

Negotiate and Close

You may not have quite as much negotiating power when selling as-is, but that doesn’t mean you should accept an unfair offer. Make sure the sale details are fair for both you and the buyer. Once you’ve both agreed to the terms of the deal, it’s time to close. Closing can take weeks, or even months depending on who your buyer is. That’s another way Minnesota Home Guys stands out. We can close in as little as 7 days (or on your schedule, whichever works best).

Selling your house as-is can be the best option if you need to sell but aren’t able to take the time or spend the money to fix the place up first. Selling as-is comes with its own challenges, but they can be overcome. If you’re smart about selling as-is, you may even find that it’s a lot easier to sell as-is to the right buyer than it is to sell a home in great condition on the market.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! Minnesota Home Guys purchases land as well as houses. Whether it’s a vacant lot, acreage, or a parcel you inherited, we’re happy to take a look and make you an offer. Just submit the property details and we’ll get back to you.

Yes, absolutely. While we’re based in the Twin Cities, we buy houses all across Minnesota. Whether your property is in the suburbs, rural areas, or small towns, we’re interested. Submit your address and we’ll let you know how we can help.

We consider several factors when making an offer, including your home’s condition, recent comparable sales in the area, market trends, and any necessary repairs. Our goal is to provide you with a fair and competitive offer based on real market data.

No! We buy houses in any condition, whether they need minor updates or major repairs. You won’t have to spend a dime on renovations, inspections, or cleaning—we handle everything.

If your home is in foreclosure, we may still be able to buy it and help you avoid a full foreclosure process. The sooner you reach out, the more options we have to help. Contact us today to discuss your situation.

No, you will not be “listed” and waiting for a buyer – we are direct home buyers, not an agent offering to list your home and hope it sells. That means you don’t have to worry about showings, commissions, or waiting for the right buyer. We buy homes with cash, allowing for a fast and hassle-free closing.

Yes! If you’re a landlord with problem tenants or an unwanted rental property, we can make you a fair cash offer. You don’t have to wait for a lease to end—we buy properties with tenants still in place. “Tired landlord” is one of the most common situations we see.

We buy single-family homes, townhomes, duplexes, multi-family properties, and even vacant land. If you’re unsure whether your property qualifies, just reach out to us!

Closing speed is based on your timeline. If you want to close fast, we can do that! If you need time, we can do that too!

Here’s how it works: Once you accept and sign our offer, we order the abstract update and a title opinion. If any title defects are found, we work with you to resolve them. Once the title is cleared, we set a closing date and begin preparing the legal closing documents. Closing date is typically 2-4 weeks from the time the offer is signed, but if you are in a hurry please call (952) 222-7138 and we can expedite the process!

When you choose to sell your property to us, we will cover the abstract update, title opinion, transfer tax, as well as closing costs. You will only be responsible to pay property tax up to the date of sale and any liens.

We guarantee closing on every offer we make. This is easily done because our team gets to know the seller, researches the property, understands current market trends, and has cash ready to close.

Yes! If your home is listed with a real estate agent, you’re still welcome to submit it to us for a cash offer. Keep in mind that if it’s under contract or you have listing obligations, you may need to coordinate with your agent—but we’re happy to work with listed properties.

Nope! One of the benefits of selling to Minnesota Home Guys is that you don’t need to lift a finger. You can leave behind furniture, trash, old appliances—whatever you don’t want to deal with. We’ll take care of everything after closing. Just take what you want and leave the rest.

Our cash offer is guaranteed as long as everything we discussed about your property checks out. The only time the offer would change is if we discover something unexpected during the title process—like a hidden lien, unpaid property taxes, or a contractor bill that wasn’t disclosed. We’re always upfront and transparent, and if something like this does come up, we’ll talk it through with you.