What “as-is” means in Texas
Selling as-is means the buyer accepts the property in its present condition and you do not agree to make repairs before closing. It does not remove your duty to be honest about what you know. Under Texas Property Code §5.008, sellers of most single-family homes must give the buyer a Seller’s Disclosure Notice describing known defects. With us, you fill it out the same way you would for any sale, and we take the house knowing what is on it.
Why repairs often do not pay back before a sale
When a house goes on the open market, buyers using a mortgage need it to pass the lender’s appraisal and often an inspection. That can push a seller into repairs they would not choose: a roof, foundation work, an electrical panel, a sewer line. Each one costs money up front, takes weeks to schedule and can uncover more work once the walls are open.
A direct buyer like us does those repairs after closing, at our own risk. The offer reflects that cost. Whether it is better for you to repair and list, or sell as-is, depends on the size of the repairs, your timeline and how much cash you want to put into the house. We will walk you through both sides honestly. See cash offer vs. listing.
What we look at
- Roof, foundation, plumbing, electrical and HVAC
- Layout and size compared with homes that recently sold nearby
- What the house would be worth after a full renovation (the after-repair value)
- The cost and time to get it there, including permits
We explain how those numbers turn into an offer in how cash home buyers calculate offers.
How we can help
- A written offer, with our numbers explained
- No commission or fee charged by us
- No repairs, cleaning or showings
- You choose the closing date
- Closing at a Texas title company
- We tell you in writing if we may assign the contract
This page is general information about Texas, not legal, tax or financial advice. For your situation, talk to an attorney or tax professional.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to clean out the house before selling?
No. You can leave furniture and belongings you do not want. Take what matters to you and we handle the rest after closing.
Can I sell a house as-is if it has code violations or open permits?
Usually, yes. Open permits and code issues need to be disclosed and may need to be resolved before or at closing, but a buyer who plans to renovate is often the one best placed to take them on.
Do you still do an inspection?
We walk the house ourselves and may bring a contractor to price major items. There is no lender appraisal, because we do not use a mortgage to buy.