I chose a cash home buyer that is based in Jacksonville and family-owned
Moving to Jacksonville, Florida, from the northern area of the country, I was not familiar with termites or the damage they can cause. Although I insisted on a thorough home inspection, I believe the house I purchased was already infested with termites. I had no clue until they had chewed away at the window frames, door frames and overall structure of the house. By the time I had a professional assess the damage, I was looking at a major investment. I not only needed to pay for extensive repairs but also the extermination of the termites. Getting rid of termites is extremely difficult. They are very resilient and can live in the walls for years without detection. They reproduce very quickly and the queen termite often lays thousands of eggs every day. Extermination requires specialized tools and techniques, including tenting the house. The cost added up to more than I was willing to spend. I was also reluctant to vacate the premises for several days and live with the mess of construction. It seemed far less stressful to simply sell the property. However, selling a home infested with termites meant contacting a cash buyer. I certainly couldn’t list the property with the realtor. A potential buyer would never get the bank to agree to a mortgage. The property wouldn’t pass inspection or qualify for insurance. I was amazed that the cash buyer was willing to provide a fair offer. I learned that cash home buyers will take on houses in any condition. The process of selling was quick and simple. I filled out an online contact form and received an offer within a few hours. I chose a cash home buyer that is based in Jacksonville and family-owned. They were very professional, knowledgeable and reassuring. We closed on the house ten days later.
sell house to avoid bankruptcy
