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Buying houses for cash in Montgomery County and the DC metro

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FAQ

Questions we get asked

Selling a house for cash is new to most people. Here are straight answers to the questions we hear most from sellers and investors.

How do you decide what to offer for my house?

We look at the property's condition, the work it needs, and what comparable homes nearby have recently sold for. When we present the offer, we walk you through that reasoning so you can see how we arrived at the number.

Do I have to make repairs or clean the house first?

No. We buy houses as-is. You don't need to fix anything, clean, or remove belongings. Take what you want to keep and leave the rest.

Do you charge commissions or fees?

We don't charge agent commissions. Because you're selling directly to us, there is no listing agent involved. Anything paid from the sale at closing, such as an existing mortgage payoff, is itemized on the settlement statement before you sign.

Am I obligated to accept your offer?

No. Our cash offer is free and comes with no obligation. You can take your time, compare it with other options, or decline.

How quickly can you close?

Because we pay cash, we don't wait on a lender's approval or an appraisal, so closings can move much faster than a traditional sale. You choose the date — if you need more time to move, we build that in.

What areas do you buy in?

We buy houses throughout Montgomery County, Maryland — including Gaithersburg, Rockville, Germantown, Silver Spring, and surrounding communities — and across the greater Washington, DC metro area. If you're not sure whether we cover your address, just ask.

Will Austin Ventures always be the buyer at closing?

In many cases we buy and renovate the house ourselves. On some properties we may instead assign our purchase contract to another investor. If that's a possibility for your house, we'll tell you before you sign anything.

I'm an investor. How do I see your deals?

Send us a message through our contact form with the areas, property types, and price range you're interested in. We'll contact you when a property fits what you're looking for.

Have a question that isn’t answered here? Call us at (202) 368-9141 or email michael@austin-ventures.riyaplatforms.com.

Ready for your cash offer?

Tell us about the property and we'll follow up to schedule a walkthrough. The offer is free, and there's never any obligation to accept it.