Frequently Asked Questions
Selling a home comes with many questions and concerns. For your benefit, we have compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions that our clients ask. If you don’t see your question listed here, feel free to Contact Us. We’d be more than happy to answer it for you as well as add it to our list.
- Who are you?
- What do you do?
- How does it work?
- Will you be listing my house on the MLS or actually buying it?
- How do you determine the price to offer on my house?
- Are there any fees or commissions to work with you?
- How are you different from a real estate agent?
- Is there any obligation when I submit my info?
- What’s the difference between you and other companies online?
- Do I need to clean before I move out?
- How many houses do you buy and what will you do with my house?
- Who will pay the closing costs? Will it cost me any money?
1. Who are you?
I’m Ali, founder of One Piece Home Buyers. I work with a devoted and high quality team. Our “About Us” page will give you a very detailed picture of who we are. Feel free to visit that page now and get to know us a bit. We are committed to presenting all our clients the best version of us and to provide complete transparency about our values and how we represent this company.
2. What do you do?
We buy houses in Chicago IL, even in nearby cities and states, in any condition and in any neighborhood. We provide an easy solution to homeowners who have a common problem (selling their home fast for cash, without having to clean). If time is of the essence, and you don’t want to deal with the hassle of home walkthroughs, repairs, and paying agents fees and commissions, we believe that we are the perfect company for you.
If you’re on the fence about selling your property, find out now if our offer is right for you. Simply fill out the form below so we can fully review your property and provide you with our highest cash offer.
3. How does it work?
This is one of our most common questions and definitely an important one.
Our process is simple and includes only three key steps.
- You send us info on the property you’d like to sell.
- We review the details and make you a cash offer.
- We agree on price and get you your cash on the day of your choosing.
For more information visit our How Do I Sell My Chicago House page if you have not done so already.
4. Will you be listing my house on the MLS or actually buying it?
We BUY houses. We are the ones who will be meeting with you to purchase your property. We do not work with realtors or agents and therefore will not be listing your property on the MLS. This way you can get your home sold fast!
5. How do you determine the price to offer on my house?
Our prices are always determined by the after repair market value of your home. There are many factors that go into the offer that we come to. Factors such as the location, size of the home, the home’s current condition, along with how much comparable homes are selling in your area. Since we typically have to make some sort of repairs to the property, these costs must always be accounted for when we are calculating the price we can offer. We guarantee that you will receive our highest and best offer in relation to the price that your home will bring after we completely renovate it.
6. Are there any fees or commissions to work with you?
There are ZERO fees or commissions to pay when working with us 🙂
We offer a free, no obligation service by presenting you with a solid cash offer for your home as-is.
7. How are you different from a real estate agent?
The main difference between us and a real estate agent is that we BUY houses, agents only LIST houses. We are your direct buyers and are the people you will meet when we pay you cash for your home. Real estate agents aren’t buying your property and are simply listing it on the market in HOPES of finding a buyer (All while charging you a commission!).
8. Is there any obligation when I submit my info?
Absolutely not. We collect your property information simply to allow us to review the home and get an idea of it’s current state/condition; this way we can reply to you with our highest and best cash offer for your home. It’s up to you to decide if you’d like to accept our offer. Our services are always FREE.
9. What’s the difference between you and other companies online?
While we can’t speak for how other companies operate, we can assure you that you and your home will be in good hands when you work with us. We promise to provide the most transparent, stress free home selling experience that we can offer. Our mission is to get you as much money as we can for your home as fast as possible. This way you can put an end to the headaches and challenges your home has been giving you. And if our offer isn’t in your best interest, we will make sure that we refer you to the next best solution to getting your home sold!
10. Do I need to clean before I move out?
NOPE. Don’t worry about anything. Take what ever it is you want to take and leave the rest. And we mean it. Food in the fridge, clothes on the floor, mattresses, desks, furniture, etc. We make selling your home as easy as possible so breathe a sigh of relief that we will handle ALL of the cleaning of your home. No mop, no vacuum, no problem!
11. How many houses do you buy and what will you do with my house?
We buy lots of houses, as many as we can in fact. So if you have several properties for sale, we will purchase them all (convenient right?!). Once we purchase a property, we will take the time to clean it up and make the necessary repairs to bring it back to immaculate condition. This way, we can list the home for full value and make a profit, all while bringing new life to the neighborhood and raising property values.
12. Who will pay the closing costs? Will it cost me any money?
We will pay all closing costs associated with the transaction. Working with us will not cost you any money out of pocket, as we will pay for everything. Unlike traditional real estate agents we don’t charge you for anything and there are no fees, commissions, or charges to work with us.
Compare Selling To One Piece Home Buyers vs. Listing With A Local IL Agent
Even in a seller’s market like IL, it’s smart to look at your options and see what will actually help you best reach your goals with the sale of your house. While you may be able to get a higher “top line” sales price listing with a local Chicago agent, that doesn’t always boil down to more money in your pocket or less headache. Dive into the details below to compare your options.
| Selling w/ An Agent | SOLD To One Piece Home Buyers | |
|---|---|---|
| Commissions / Fees: | 6% on average is paid by you, the seller | NONE |
| Who Pays Closing Costs?: | 2% on average is paid by you, the seller | NONE – We pay all costs |
| Inspection & Financing Contingency*: | Yes, sales can fall through | NONE |
| Appraisal Needed: | Yes, the sale is often subject to appraisal | NONE – We make cash offers |
| Average Days Until Sold: | +/- 91 Days | IMMEDIATE CASH OFFER |
| Number of Showings: | It Depends | 1 (Just Us) |
| Closing Date: | 30-60 +/- days after accepting buyers offer | The Date Of YOUR CHOICE |
| Who Pays For Repairs?: | Negotiated During Inspection Period | NONE – We pay for all repairs |