FAQ

Questions Houston homeowners ask us

If your question isn't here, call us. We'd rather answer it than have you guess.

Are there any fees or costs to sell my house to Charms Home Buyers?

No. We make you an offer with no real estate agent fees and no commissions. There is no charge for the consultation or the offer itself, and we cover our own standard closing costs through the title company.

How long does it take to get a cash offer on my Houston house?

Every situation is unique, but you can have a cash offer in as little as 24 to 48 hours after we speak with you and see the property.

What if my house needs repairs?

We purchase as-is. There is no need to make repairs, clean out the house, or bring anything up to code. Roof, foundation, plumbing, fire or flood damage. We price all of it into the offer instead of asking you to fix it.

How fast can you close?

It depends on your situation, but we can typically close within 7 to 14 days through a local title company. If you need longer to find your next place, we can schedule closing for whenever works.

I'm behind on my mortgage. Do I need to make another payment?

No. We regularly purchase homes that are behind in payments or facing foreclosure. Past-due amounts are normally settled out of the sale proceeds at closing.

I'm in foreclosure. Are you still interested?

Yes. As long as the foreclosure has not been finalized, meaning the property has not yet been sold at auction, we can still make an offer to buy it. Time matters in these cases, so call us as early as you can.

If you buy my house before the bank forecloses, can I save my credit?

Selling your home before a final foreclosure will prevent a foreclosure from appearing on your credit report and is generally better for your credit than letting the process run its course.

Do I have to accept your offer?

No. The offer is free and carries no obligation. Homeowners regularly compare our number against what an agent thinks they could list for, and we would rather you make that comparison than feel rushed.

How do you decide what to offer for my house?

We look at what comparable homes near you have actually sold for recently, the condition and age of your house, the cost of the work it needs, and what it will take to resell or hold it. We are glad to walk you through the math behind the number.

Do you buy houses with tenants still living in them?

Yes. We buy occupied rental properties, including situations with non-paying tenants or leases that still have time left on them. You do not need to pursue an eviction before selling to us.

Can you buy a house that is in probate?

Often, yes. Texas probate sales are common for us. What is possible depends on whether the executor has been granted authority by the court, so tell us where the case stands and we will explain the options.

What kinds of properties do you buy?

Single-family houses, townhomes, duplexes and small multifamily across the Houston metro, whether occupied, vacant, rented, inherited, damaged or dated. If you are unsure whether your property qualifies, ask.

Still have a question?

There is no script on the other end of the line. Ask us anything about your specific situation, including whether selling to us is the wrong move for you.

Find out what your house is worth in cash.

Tell us the address and we'll get you a written, no-obligation offer, usually within 24 hours. Nothing to sign, nothing to fix, nothing to clean.