Question 1

How much less will I get from a cash buyer vs. listing?

Accepted Answer

It varies by condition and market. A cash offer is typically below full retail because the buyer takes on repairs, holding time, and market risk. On a home needing work, the gap often narrows once you subtract commission, closing costs, repairs, and 60–90 days of carrying costs from a traditional sale.

Question 2

Is it worth paying agent commission for a higher price?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes yes. If your home is move-in ready and you can wait 60–90+ days, a well-run listing may net more even after 5–6% commission. If the home needs work, or you need speed and certainty, the traditional route's costs and fall-through risk often erase the price advantage.

Question 3

How do cash buyers determine their offer?

Accepted Answer

Cash buyers price from recent nearby sales, then subtract estimated repairs, holding costs, closing costs, and a margin. A legitimate buyer will walk you through the numbers on request. If someone won't explain how they got to their price, that's a red flag.

Question 4

What happens if my listed home doesn't sell?

Accepted Answer

You can relist, drop the price, or take it off market. Many sellers whose listings expire come to us next — the home has already been shown and inspected, and a 7-day cash close ends the uncertainty. There's no penalty for asking for our offer while you're still listed.

Question 5

Can I get a cash offer and still list with an agent?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our offer is written, no-obligation, and typically good for 7 days. Some sellers use it as a floor while they test the market. We won't pressure you either way — the right decision depends on your timeline, the home's condition, and how much certainty matters to you.

Question 6

Are there any fees or commissions with The Higher Offer?

Accepted Answer

No. There are no commissions, no agent fees, and no closing costs to you. The number we offer is the number you receive at closing. We use a local title and escrow company and pay every standard closing cost on your side.

Feature	The Higher Offer	Agent Listing
Time to offer	24 hours	Weeks of prep + MLS time
Time to close	As few as 7 days	30–60 days after offer
Agent commission	$0	5–6% (~$46K–$55K on $920K home)
Seller closing costs	$0 — we pay all	~1–2% (~$9K–$18K)
Repairs required	None — we buy as-is	Negotiated at inspection
Staging & prep	None	Often $2,000–$10,000+
Showings	One — just us	Multiple, on buyers' schedule
Open houses	None	Often required
Appraisal contingency	None — cash	Often required
Financing fall-through risk	None	Up to 15% of deals collapse
Closing date	You pick it	Buyer's lender controls
Who you deal with	Local family-owned buyer	Agent + buyer + lender

Cash Sale vs. Listing With an Agent: The Honest Comparison

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