The Ultimate Guide to Selling Your Home "As-Is"

Selling a home traditionally involves a long to-do list: painting, staging, repairs, inspections, and endless cleaning. But there is another way. Selling "as-is" is becoming an increasingly popular option for Sacramento homeowners who value speed and convenience.

What Does "Selling As-Is" Really Mean?

Simply put, it means you are selling the property in its current condition.

• No Repairs: You don't fix the leaky roof or the outdated electrical.
• No Cleaning: You can leave behind unwanted furniture or junk.
• No Warranties: The buyer accepts the home with all its faults.

Who Should Consider Selling As-Is?

1. Inherited Properties: If you live out of state and inherit a home in Sacramento, managing renovations remotely is a nightmare.
2. Financial Distress: If you need to access equity quickly to cover debts or medical bills.
3. Deferred Maintenance: If the house needs $50k+ in work to be "market ready," you might not get that money back dollar-for-dollar.
4. Divorce or Relocation: When a clean break and speed are the priorities.

The Pros and Cons

Pros

• Speed: Close in as little as 7 days.
• Certainty: Cash buyers rarely back out due to financing.
• Savings: No realtor commissions (6%), no closing costs, no staging fees.

Cons

• Lower Sale Price: Investors need to make a profit, so the offer will be below full retail market value. However, once you deduct fees and repair costs from a traditional sale, the net difference is often smaller than you think.

How to Get a Fair As-Is Offer

Not all cash buyers are the same. Look for local investors who:

• Know the Sacramento market intimately.
• Have proof of funds.
• Don't charge hidden "service fees."
• Reinvest in the community. (At Community Renaissance, we donate to local schools for every home we buy!)

Ready to Explore Your Options?

You don't have to commit to anything to get an offer. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation cash offer on your home.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does selling a house "as-is" mean?

Selling as-is means you sell your property in its current condition without making any repairs, updates, or improvements. The buyer accepts the home with all its faults.

Can I still get a fair price selling as-is?

Yes. While the offer may be below full retail value, once you deduct repair costs, agent commissions (6%), and holding costs from a traditional sale, the net difference is often smaller than expected.