New City Guides Tout Fast, As-Is Cash Sales as Platforms Push Quick Closings

Overview

• HomeLight expanded its city-level how-to guides through Sept. 26, including Wrentham, promoting its Simple Sale path that advertises offers in about 24 hours and closings in as few as 10 days.
• We Buy Houses–style investors purchase properties as-is and typically aim to renovate and resell, offering convenience in exchange for lower prices.
• ActiveRain advises sellers to research buyer reputations, verify credentials, and request proof of funds to avoid illegitimate offers.
• Guides outline a common process: research companies, make initial contact, allow a property assessment, review the cash offer, accept if suitable, and close on an accelerated timeline.
• Programs and timelines vary by market, and some platforms let homeowners compare investor cash offers with estimates from top local agents to gauge potential proceeds.