When a seller is very motivated to sell their house, it can raise potential buyers’ suspicions. Buyers may wonder if there’s something wrong with the house when the seller wants to move as soon as possible!
However, there are a number of valid reasons why people may need to sell their house quickly, and it doesn’t always reflect poorly on the house. If you’re entering the real estate market this year, it’s important to understand why people may need to sell quickly.
At MarketPro Homebuyers, we buy houses in Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Florida. We’ve heard just about every reason for needing to sell fast! Here are the top five reasons we’ve heard:
Reason 1: “I need to sell my house fast because of my new job!”
When someone gets a completely new job or even just a transfer, it may mean a sudden move. This could be across the state, across the country, or even across an ocean! Most people cannot afford two mortgages at once, so they want to sell as quickly as possible.
Reason 2: “I need to sell my house fast due to a relationship change.”
When a couple decides to move in together, they may need to sell one of their homes. When a couple is separating, they may need to sell their shared home if neither wants to buy the other person out. In these situations, people often want to move as quickly as possible.
Reason 3: “I need to sell my house fast due to a death in the family.”
When one spouse dies, the other may not be willing or able to live alone—especially if it’s a big house or an isolated location. They may want to move in with family as soon as possible.
Inherited homes may also require a quick sale. If the heirs don’t want to keep the house, they likely do not want to spend money on the mortgage, taxes, and upkeep while waiting to sell. This is especially true when inherited homes are distressed.
Reason 4: “I need to sell my house fast due to finances.”
If someone is experiencing financial challenges—maybe they’ve been unemployed for a while, or they’re facing large medical bills for an ongoing issue—they may get behind on mortgage payments. If there’s no relief in sight, they may need to get a more affordable home as quickly as possible.
Reason 5: “I need to sell my house fast—I found my dream house!”
Sometimes it’s not a major life event necessitating a quick sale; maybe a family’s current home just doesn’t suit them anymore, and they find their dream home on the market. All of a sudden, wanting to move sometime in the next few years turns into wanting to move NOW! They may need to sell their current home fast to be able to purchase their dream home.
How to sell fast:
If you see yourself in any of the situations above, don’t worry—it’s a good year to make a move! If you’re in a time crunch to sell your house, you should know that the fastest way to sell your house is to sell for cash, as-is. If your home is distressed, selling as-is is even more beneficial, as you would have to spend enormous amounts of time and money to get it ready to list on the market.
At MarketPro, we buy houses for cash in any condition. Inherited homes, rental properties, primary homes—we deal with it all.
Work with MarketPro:
We’ll give you a fast cash offer for your current home just as it is now; we buy houses with no repairs, no upgrades, no inspection, no commissions or fees. You can even choose your exact closing date. Our team will walk you through your quote, including a review of what your home would likely bring on the open market.
If you’re in Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania or Florida, we’d love to show you how easy and stress-free the sales process can be. Contact us today for a same-day, no-pressure quote.
