- With evolving technology and publicly available property information, there are so many ways agents and buyers can reach you to help you sell your house in Los Angeles
- If you own a mobile phone in Los Angeles, then you probably been interrupted with a text message asking you if you would ‘SELL YOUR HOUSE’ because ‘WE BUY HOUSES’
- If would consider selling your house in Los Angeles, follow the below tips to determine if the texter is a legitimate professional who can buy your house
Real estate buyers and sellers today, have an edge over those who have gone through the process in the past due to advancements in communication technology and publicly available property information. One opportunity for real estate buyers and sellers is the ability to get introduced through text message. If you own a mobile phone in Los Angeles, then you probably have lost count of text messages — interrupting your day– asking if you are ‘SELLING YOUR HOUSE’ because ‘WE BUY HOUSES’.
Examples of Text Message Scripts
- Morning Michael, I am a local investor here in Eagle Rock, CA. I believe you own a house on 123 Main St. I was checking to see when you might plan on selling?
- Hi Mary. My name is John and I see that you own the property on 123 Main St. here in Los Angeles, CA. When might you plan on selling your house in Los Angeles?
- Good evening Michael, I am a property near your house on 123 Main St. I looking to buy another property in Long Beach. Are you interested in selling your house?
If are the owner of the house in the text message in Los Angeles, [market_state} and are interested in either selling, please read on.
Verify The Texter Is Both Human And A Legitimate “All Cash Buyer”
When you receive one of those text messages and are actually interested in selling your house in Los Angeles, verify that the text is actually coming from a human. To do so, request to have a phone conversation with the texter. If they really want your business, they will be eager to speak to you over the phone and answer any questions you might have about selling your house in Los Angeles. Do not offer any personal information and do not offer any financial information because you are just starting the process to determine if this might be a scam.
Questions To Verify Your All Cash Buyer
- Ask for their first name, last name, and company name
- Ask them to share how they got your property information and telephone number
- Request a link to review their company website or Google Business listing, so you can find a photo of the caller/texter and validate their business location
- Request to speak to the person over the telephone (switch away from text)
By following the above tips, you have verified who the person is and what their experience might be to help you sell your house fast in Los Angeles. If there’s anybody texting you who is unable to comply with your request, you have the right to feel uncomfortable with that. Buy or selling your house in Los Angeles is a big life decision, and anybody reaching out to you should be 100% in the business of earning your trust.
Determine Your Goals When Selling Your House in Los Angeles
When selling a house in the Los Angeles area, you will have many choices on how to sell your house. The path you take really depends on three factors:
- When do you need to sell your house? How big of a factor is time? Would you be okay if the house took an extra 2-3 months to sell? Are there any negative ramifications of not selling by a certain date?
- Is the house in good condition? Recently upgraded? Would you be willing to pay for some repairs and upgrades to make the house more desirable
- Are you expecting to get a market price for your house? If necessary, would you be willing to spend some money and hold onto the house for a few extra months to get the ideal buyer and get the highest possible price?
Now that you have set your goals by answering the above questions, proceed to choose the right company in order to sell your house in Los Angeles.
Decide Which Company/Buyer to Work With
To keep it simple, you can sell through a local real estate agent or to a direct buyer who purchases homes to improve and develop. You’ll want to do a bit of your own research on all the available options. With either choice that you make, we advise that you choose a company or person with a local presence, so you can meet them in person, determine their working style and process, and allow them to see your property in person.
Real Estate Agent
A talented real estate agent will successfully market your property while handling all of the details that arise over the course of the transaction. An agent is the best choice if the below are your expectations.
- Seller prefers to receive a market price because the houses condition warrants it
- Seller understands they might incur additional cost due to repairs, upgrades, and staging
- Seller accepts it will take some extra time to find a qualified buyer who will seek lender approval
If the real estate agent route is one you want to take, Fair Sale Homes is partnered with many local real estate agents in Los Angeles, so feel free to reach out to Fair Sale Homes about the ways to sell your house. We are here to answer your questions.
Direct Buyer
In addition to our real estate agent partners, we are also a direct buyer. For those dealing with difficult properties or a unique financial situation, our direct sale option is often a more beneficial way to go. Some of the benefits of a direct sale to a direct buyer include…
- No listing fees, marketing costs, or agent commissions
- Sell as-is without the added expense of repairs, cleaning, or staging
- With the direct sale option, a company like Fair Sale Homes will pick up the closing costs
We have experience in different types of neighborhoods, property classes, property condition, and homeowners with unique financial circumstances. We have experience to work with property owners with a diverse set of objectives, such as he following:
- Foreclosure, bankruptcy
- Retirement, relocation
- Expensive repairs, code violations
Every property is different. While some houses are perfect for the MLS, frankly, others are not. By offering our clients options, we are able to help them achieve better results and the ability to reach their goals. We would love to run the numbers with you to help you determine the best way for you to sell your house in Los Angeles, so feel free to reach out to Fair Sale Homes about the ways to sell your house. We are here to help you.
Be Aware of Ways Buyers Reach Sellers in Los Angeles
In addition to text messaging, there are so many ways that home buyers and real estate agents in Los Angeles can reach out to you. By being aware of all of them and knowing the right questions to ask you can ensure it’s not a scam and that your goals are being met.
- Text Messages: Message from a phone number you do not recognize
- Cold Calls: Telephone calls, often times from UNKNOWN Caller ID
- Bandit Signs: Bright yellow signs at freeway exist ramps and light posts
- Letters & Yellow Letters: Handwritten or typed letters, often times with a business card
- Post Cards: Promotional mail, often times with a photo of the buyer or agent
If you might consider selling your house in Los Angeles and are ready to learn more, we recommend that you follow the above tips and ask the right questions to ensure that the person or company looking to buy your house is a legitimate business looking to help you. It’s too much to sift through, feel free to discuss your options with Fair Sale Homes.
Working With ‘Fair Sale Homes‘
Using innovative technology and our vast experience in Los Angeles real estate, we are able to attain incredible results for our clients. We will not try to pressure you into one solution, option, or viewpoint. Instead, we will help you take an objective look at your selling options so that you can choose the one that is best for you. Whether you are buying or selling real estate in Los Angeles, Fair Sale Homes would love to help you achieve the best outcome possible.
Are you thinking about selling a home in Los Angeles? Fair Sale Homes is actively helping buyers and sellers in Los Angeles. Reach out to Fair Sale Homes to learn more about the various options available to you. There is never any cost, hassle, or obligation to work together. We are happy to answer any questions you have about buying or selling real estate in Los Angeles whether or not you choose to work with our team! (626) 863-7006