As-Is House Buyers of Chicagoland

How it works

A simple way to sell your house as-is.

Start with the address, show the house in its current condition, and review any offer in writing before you decide.

Start your cash offer

Start with the address. You are not agreeing to sell by sending it.

Step 01

Tell us about the house

Send the address and share the condition, your timeline, and anything else we should know.

Step 02

Show it as-is

No repairs, cleaning, or staging first. If a visit makes sense, we arrange a convenient time to see the house.

Step 03

Review the written offer

If a buyer makes an offer, you get it in writing. Review the price, terms, and proposed closing date before you decide.

Step 1 — the first call

What happens when you call.

Start with the address, rough condition, why you are considering a sale, and the timing you have in mind. The first conversation can happen by phone or email.

Some homes are ready to schedule right away. Others need a few more details first. We will explain the next step and tell you who will be involved.

Illustrated scene of Todd from As-Is House Buyers in an unfinished basement

Step 2 — the walkthrough

We arrange a time to see the house.

Show the house as it stands—no cleanout, staging, or prep before the visit. We only need safe access to the areas that matter for the offer.

We may look at the roof, foundation, plumbing, HVAC, and any visible fire, water, or code problems. If a buyer makes an offer, any inspections or conditions that could change the price should be stated in writing.

Step 3 — the written offer

Review the offer before you decide.

If a buyer makes an offer, the purchase agreement should name the buyer and state the price, proposed closing date, conditions, and whether the contract can be assigned. Read it carefully and ask questions before you decide. You are free to have your own attorney review it.

Closing begins only after both sides sign. A cash purchase can avoid buyer-financing delays, but title work, probate, liens, mortgage payoffs, local requirements, and attorney review can still affect the date. The title company coordinates the closing and will explain any signing requirements.

At a typical closing, the closing agent uses the lender's current payoff statement to pay the mortgage. If there is an HOA balance, back taxes, a lien, or another claim on the property, it must be addressed as part of the closing. Your settlement statement shows the payoffs, costs, and the amount due to you.

Questions about the process.

  • How is a cash offer calculated?

    A buyer looks at recent nearby sales, the condition of the house, likely repair costs, and the cost and risk of owning and reselling it. If you receive an offer, ask how the buyer reached the number and whether anything could change it.

  • How quickly can a cash sale close?

    A cash purchase can avoid buyer-financing delays, but title work, attorney review, mortgage payoffs, liens, probate, local requirements, and the signed agreement still affect the date. Tell us about any deadline early and ask for the proposed closing date in writing.

  • Are there any fees or commissions?

    A direct purchase usually does not include a listing-agent commission unless you have a separate brokerage agreement. Mortgage payoffs, taxes, liens, attorney fees, title charges, and other costs may still come out of the sale proceeds. Review the agreement and settlement statement so you know what you will receive.

  • Who actually shows up at the house?

    Todd is the main point of contact for As-Is House Buyers, but he may not attend every property visit. We will tell you who is coming before the appointment. If a buyer makes an offer, the agreement will name the buyer and explain whether the contract can be assigned.

  • What if my house needs repairs?

    You do not need to make repairs before we take a look. Tell us about the problems you know about and provide safe access where you can. The buyer will account for the work in the offer, and the agreement should say whether you must do anything before closing.

  • Is this legitimate?

    Ask for the offer in writing and make sure it names the buyer, explains whether the contract can be assigned, and lists the price, conditions, costs, and closing date. A reputable title company should be involved, and you are free to have your own attorney review the agreement.

A simple first step

Ready to see if a cash offer fits?

Start with the property address and tell us a little about the house. We will explain what happens next.

Prefer to talk? 224-219-0970.

Tell us about the house

Start with the address. You are not agreeing to sell by sending it.