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100% free, zero obligation. Submitting your information does not lock you into anything. You can receive our offer, think about it for as long as you need, and walk away with no penalty, no follow-up pressure, and no hard feelings. We want you to feel completely comfortable — because a decision this big deserves space to breathe.

Honest answer: usually yes — and here's exactly why. When you sell on the open market, you typically wait 60–90+ days, pay a 5–6% agent commission, make repairs, and deal with financing fall-throughs. What you actually walk away with after all that is often much closer to our offer than the listing price suggests. We pay less upfront but you keep more in the end — no repairs, no fees, no waiting. We'll always walk you through the math so you can compare clearly.

We look at what similar homes in your neighborhood have actually sold for recently, factor in your property's current condition, estimate what it would cost us to repair and update it, and then build in a margin that lets us stay in business. We're not pulling a number out of thin air — and we will walk you through every piece of it when we present your offer. No mystery, no games.

Yes — always. Our initial offer is our best starting point based on the information we have. If you have information that changes the picture — a recent appraisal, comparable sales we didn't see, something we missed — bring it to us. We'd rather have that conversation than lose a deal because of a miscommunication. We're reasonable people.

Then don't take it — seriously. We will never guilt you or pressure you into accepting an offer that doesn't feel right. If our number doesn't work for you, we can talk through why and see if there's a path forward. And if not, we're happy to point you toward other options that might serve you better. Your best outcome is what matters most here.

Within minutes, you'll hear from us directly — not a call center. We'll have a quick, no-pressure conversation to learn more about your property and situation. Then we do our research, put together a fair offer, and bring it back to you within 24 hours with a full explanation. You decide what happens next — no rushing, no deadlines. Want the full step-by-step? Check out our How It Works page.

We'll want to do a brief walkthrough of the property before we finalize the offer — this can be in person or a quick video call where you show us around on your phone. It doesn't have to be a formal inspection. We're not there to judge anything. We just want to make sure we have an accurate picture so we don't hit you with a revised number later.

You don't need one, but you're absolutely welcome to involve one — and we actually encourage it if it makes you feel more comfortable. A licensed title company handles all the closing paperwork and protects both parties. If you want an attorney to review the purchase agreement before you sign, we'll wait. There's no rush.

Contracts do have terms, and walking away after signing has legal implications we can't fully outline here — this is a question for an attorney if you're seriously concerned about it. What we can tell you is that we're human beings and we don't enjoy forcing people into things. If something comes up before closing, talk to us first. We'll always try to work through it like adults.

No. This is one of the biggest fears sellers have — and it's completely legitimate given how the traditional real estate process works. When we make you an offer, that is the number you walk away with. We cover the closing costs. We're not going to surprise you at the closing table with deductions that eat into your check. If anything changes during due diligence that affects the number, we will tell you well in advance and explain exactly why.

Zero agent commissions. We are the buyer — there's no agent representing us, and you're not using one either. That 5–6% commission that would normally come out of your sale price stays in your pocket. On a $120,000 home, that's up to $7,200 you keep just by working with us directly.

On closing day, once all documents are signed, funds are wired directly to your bank account or you receive a cashier's check — same day. Not a few days later, not "when the bank processes it." The title company handles the transfer and it happens the day you sign.

Potentially, depending on your situation — particularly capital gains taxes if you've owned the property for a long time or it has significantly appreciated. We are not tax advisors and can't tell you exactly what you'll owe. We strongly recommend talking to a CPA before closing so you understand the full financial picture. We'll never rush you past that step.

That's literally what we do. We buy homes that need work — sometimes a lot of work. Foundation issues, outdated electrical, roof damage, fire damage, mold, hoarder situations — we've bought all of it. The condition factors into our offer but it won't disqualify you. You don't spend a single dollar on repairs before we close.

Not a problem at all. Most homes we buy have mortgages. At closing, your remaining mortgage balance is paid off first out of the sale proceeds, and you receive whatever is left. The title company coordinates this directly with your lender. You'll know exactly how much you'll net before you sign anything.

Code violations and liens are common — especially with older properties or inherited homes — and they don't automatically kill a deal. We can often work through them as part of the transaction. The key is to tell us upfront so we can factor them into the offer accurately. Surprises late in the process are what cause deals to fall apart.

Yes — but all legal owners or heirs will need to agree to and sign off on the sale. We've navigated inherited property situations many times and we're patient with the process. If the estate is in probate, it does add complexity and timeline, but it's not a dealbreaker. The earlier you tell us about the situation, the better we can plan around it together.

No. We buy occupied homes — whether you're living there, a tenant is living there, or there's a family member staying on the property. We work out the details of possession and move-out timeline as part of the agreement. We're not going to put you in a position where you have nowhere to go. We plan around your life.

Fair question — and you should always vet who you're working with before signing anything. TIV Advancements, LLC is a registered business. We close through a licensed title company that independently verifies all parties and protects both buyer and seller. You can verify our business registration, search our name, and call us directly before you commit to anything. We have nothing to hide and everything to prove.

Yes. We do not sell, share, or distribute your personal information to any third-party marketing company. Your information is used only to contact you about your property and prepare your offer. We use secure, encrypted platforms to store all data. You can read our full Privacy Policy for the complete breakdown.

We ask for your number so we can reach you directly to discuss your property — that's the only reason. We don't sell your number, we don't sign you up for unrelated marketing lists, and if you'd rather not receive text messages you can simply not check the SMS consent box. If you ever want us to stop contacting you, just say the word and we stop immediately. No games.

No. We are investors — we are the actual buyer. We're not trying to list your home on the MLS and find you a buyer. We are the buyer. That means no commissions, no showings, and no waiting on someone else to come along. What you agree to with us is what happens — period.

Completely okay. We can close in 14 days if you need speed — or we can give you 60, 90, even more time if your situation calls for it. The closing date is something we agree on together based on what works for your life. We're not going to pressure you to move before you're ready.

This is exactly the situation where we can make the biggest difference — and we need to know about it immediately. Foreclosure has strict timelines and once the bank takes the property, your options disappear fast. If you're facing foreclosure, reach out right now. We can often move quickly enough to give you a real way out before the deadline hits. Don't wait on this one.

Our offers are typically valid for 30 days. After that, market conditions may require us to revisit the numbers. That said — if life gets complicated and you need more time, just call us. We're not going to let a good deal die over a technicality. We'd rather keep the door open than close it on someone who was genuinely interested.

That's totally fine — submit your info anyway and just let us know your timeline. We'll keep you in our system, check in when it makes sense, and be ready to move when you are. We've closed deals with sellers who first reached out six months prior. There's no expiration on the conversation.