We Buy Houses for Cash in Houston, TX

Need someone to buy your Houston house fast? No repairs, no showings, no waiting months hoping someone shows up?

Hero Homebuyers buys houses for cash throughout Houston. We’re direct buyers with money ready to close. Not agents hoping to list your property. Not wholesalers looking to flip your contract to someone else. We’re actual buyers who use our own cash to purchase homes.

We buy houses in The Heights, Katy, Pearland, Sugar Land, and everywhere else in Harris County. Any condition. Any situation. Fair cash offer in 24 hours.

Why We Buy Houses in Houston

Houston homeowners come to us for different reasons. Maybe you inherited a house in Memorial you don’t want. Maybe your foundation is cracked and you can’t afford the $30,000 to fix it. Maybe foreclosure is knocking and you need out fast.

Whatever brought you here, we buy houses that other buyers won’t touch.

We buy houses with major problems. Foundation issues from Houston’s clay soil? Water damage from flooding? Fire damage? Mold? Ancient electrical systems? We’ve bought hundreds of Houston homes with serious issues. The worse the condition, the more we adjust our offer to account for repairs. But we don’t walk away.

We buy houses from people facing tough situations. Behind on your mortgage? Going through a divorce? Job relocated you to Austin? Tired of being a landlord? We’ve helped Houston homeowners through every difficult scenario you can imagine.

We close fast when you need speed. Traditional buyers need 60-90 days and everything has to go perfectly. We can close in 7 days if that’s what you need. Or take 60 days if you want more time. Your timeline, not ours.

We handle problems most buyers avoid. Tax liens? Tenant won’t leave? Title issues? Probate? Houston homes come with complications. We know how to work through them.

How We Buy Houses in Houston

Our process is straightforward. No games. No surprises.

You reach out to us

Call or fill out the form. Tell us about your property. Where is it? What condition is it in? What’s your timeline? This conversation takes 5-10 minutes.

We look at your house

We schedule a walkthrough whenever works for you. This isn’t some detailed inspection where we’re hunting for problems to drop the price. We need to see the property so we know what we’re buying. Takes 15-20 minutes.

Don’t clean up beforehand. Seriously. We buy houses as-is. Leave stuff behind if you need to. We’ll handle cleanout.

You get a written cash offer

Within 24-48 hours, we send you a written offer. It shows the purchase price and explains exactly how we calculated it.

Some companies do “instant offers” online without seeing the property, then change the number later. That’s garbage. We look at your house in person so the offer we give is the offer that stands.

You decide what to do

Accept our offer. Counter it. Decline and walk away. Or take it to other buyers to see if they’ll beat it. Your call.

We’re not going to pester you with daily phone calls. If you need time to think or want to explore other options, that’s fine.

We coordinate the closing

Once you accept, we work with a licensed title company here in Houston. They handle paperwork, clear any liens, verify the title is clean, and schedule closing.

We pay the closing costs. You don’t.

You get paid

On closing day, you sign papers and get your money. Wire transfer or check, however you prefer. Most closings happen 7-14 days after you accept our offer, but we can move faster or slower based on what you need.

Types of Houston Houses We Buy

We buy all kinds of properties throughout Houston and the surrounding areas.

Single-family homes in any condition, any neighborhood. From River Oaks to Alief, from perfect condition to needs-everything.

Townhouses and condos in Houston, Pearland, League City, wherever. We understand HOA complications and handle them.

Multi-family properties. Duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes. Whether you’re living in one unit or it’s all rented out.

Rental properties with tenants. You don’t have to evict anyone or wait for leases to end. We buy it with tenants in place and take over as landlord.

Inherited properties. Houses you got from parents or relatives that you don’t want or live near. We work through probate if needed.

Vacant houses that have been sitting empty. Even if squatters moved in or the neighborhood went downhill.

Fire damaged homes. We buy houses with fire and smoke damage throughout Houston.

Flood damaged properties. Houston floods. We know. We buy houses with water damage all the time.

Foundation problem houses. Clay soil in Houston causes foundation issues. We buy houses with cracked foundations, pier and beam problems, slab issues, all of it.

Outdated properties. Houses that haven’t been touched since the 1970s. Original everything. We buy them.

Houston Neighborhoods We Buy In

We buy houses in every Houston neighborhood and throughout the greater metro area.

Inner Loop: The Heights, Montrose, Midtown, River Oaks, Memorial, Museum District, Medical Center, EaDo

West Houston: Energy Corridor, Katy, Westchase, Bellaire, West University Place

North Houston: The Woodlands, Spring, Cypress, Humble, Kingwood, Tomball

South Houston: Pearland, Sugar Land, Missouri City, Friendswood, Stafford

East Houston: Pasadena, Baytown, Clear Lake, Deer Park, La Porte

We cover all of Harris County, Fort Bend County, Montgomery County, and surrounding areas. If it’s in the Houston metro, we’ll buy it.

Why Sell to Hero Homebuyers?

Houston has plenty of companies claiming they buy houses. Here’s what makes us different.

We’re actual cash buyers. We use our own money. We’re not wholesalers who put your house under contract and then scramble to find another buyer. That means no contract reassignments or last-minute surprises.

We’re local Houston investors. We live and work here. We know Montrose sells differently than Greenspoint. We understand Houston flooding, foundation issues, and market trends. We’re not some national company running ads from somewhere else.

We show you the math. Want to know how we calculated our offer? We’ll walk you through it. What we think the after-repair value is. What repairs will cost. What our investment costs are. No secret formulas.

We have proof of funds. Ask us to prove we can close. We’ll show you bank statements. Too many “buyers” can’t back up their offers.

We’re flexible with timing. Need to close in 7 days? We can do that. Need 60 days to figure out your next move? That works too.

No surprise deductions. Some buyers make an offer then start deducting for this and that at closing. The number we put in writing is the number you get (minus any existing liens or mortgages that need to be paid off, which happens in every real estate transaction).

What We Pay for Houston Houses

Let’s talk numbers. People always want to know what cash buyers actually pay.

Most legitimate cash buyers in Houston offer 70-85% of your home’s market value, depending on condition. Here’s the honest reason why.

When we buy your house, we take on:

• All repair and renovation costs
• Holding costs while we own it (property taxes, insurance, utilities)
• Time and money if repairs take longer than expected
• Agent commissions when we eventually sell it
• Our investment risk and profit margin

Let’s use real numbers. Your house could sell for $280,000 on the open market in perfect condition. But it needs $35,000 in repairs. A traditional buyer either walks away or demands you fix everything first.

If you fixed it yourself and listed it, you might net $245,000 after repairs, holding costs, and agent fees. But that takes 4-6 months and you’re fronting repair costs.

A cash offer of $210,000 nets you less. But you get it in two weeks, no repairs, no hassle, no risk the deal falls through.

For Houston homeowners dealing with urgent situations like foreclosure, divorce, or job relocation, that math makes sense.

The key is getting multiple offers. Get ours. Talk to other cash buyers. Consult with agents about traditional listing. Then decide what works best for your situation.

Common Situations Where We Help

We buy houses from Houston homeowners in all kinds of situations.

Facing foreclosure. Behind on payments and foreclosure is coming? We can often close fast enough to stop the process before it ruins your credit. You walk away with whatever equity remains instead of losing everything.

Inherited property. Got a house from parents or relatives? Don’t live in Houston? Don’t want to be a long-distance landlord? We buy inherited properties all the time and work through probate if needed.

Divorce settlement. When marriages end, houses become problems. Neither person wants it. Both need their money out. We buy it fast so both parties get their equity and can move forward.

Job relocation. Company moved you to another city? Need to be there in 30 days? Can’t afford two mortgages while your Houston house sits on the market? We close fast so you can take your equity and go.

Tired landlord. Rental properties sounded good until you’re dealing with 2 a.m. emergencies, tenants who don’t pay, and constant repairs. We buy rental properties even with tenants still in them.

Can’t afford major repairs. Foundation cracked? Roof shot? Whole place needs updating? You don’t have $50,000 for repairs. We buy it as-is and handle repairs ourselves.

Financial hardship. Medical bills, job loss, business failure. Life got expensive and you need cash out of your house quickly. We buy houses from people facing tough financial situations every week.

Problem tenants. Tenants trashed your rental? Won’t leave? Behind on rent? We buy properties with problem tenants and handle evictions after we own it.

Tax liens or HOA liens. Behind on property taxes or HOA fees? Liens piling up? We work with the title company to pay off liens from closing proceeds.

Understanding As-Is Sales

When we say we buy houses as-is, we mean it. You don’t fix anything. You don’t clean anything. You don’t replace anything.

Most traditional buyers expect move-in ready homes. They see problems and either walk away or demand you fix everything. Then they renegotiate after the inspection finds more issues.

We buy houses in whatever condition they’re in right now. Foundation cracked? That’s fine. Roof leaking? No problem. Kitchen from 1975? We’ll update it after closing.

Don’t paint. Don’t patch holes in walls. Don’t replace broken appliances. Don’t landscape. Don’t clean out closets or the garage.

Need to leave furniture behind? Do it. We’ll handle cleanout. That saves you time and money on dumpsters and hauling services.

Why Speed Matters for Some Sellers

Time makes a huge difference depending on your situation.

If foreclosure is 30 days away, you don’t have time for a traditional 90-day sale. Every day counts.

If your job relocated you last month, you need to sell now, not three months from now.

If you inherited a house and need to split proceeds with siblings, everyone wants this resolved quickly.

If you’re behind on property taxes and Harris County is about to auction your house, speed is everything.

Cash sales close fast because there’s no buyer financing. No waiting on loan approval. No appraisal contingencies. No inspection negotiations that drag on for weeks. Just a straightforward purchase with funds ready to close.

What Houston Sellers Ask Us

You probably have questions. Here are the ones we hear most often.

How do I know you’re legitimate?

Smart question. There are scammers out there. Here’s how you protect yourself:

Ask for proof of funds. We’ll show you bank statements proving we have cash to close. Check our Better Business Bureau rating and read reviews from actual Houston sellers. Verify we’re registered as a real business with Texas Secretary of State. Always use a licensed title company for closing. Never sign documents without a title company involved. Don’t pay upfront fees to anyone claiming they’ll buy your house.

Check us out thoroughly. We expect you to.

Are you wholesalers?

No. Wholesalers put houses under contract and then find someone else to actually buy it. That leads to contract reassignments and changed terms at the last minute.

We’re direct buyers. We use our own cash. When we put your house under contract, we’re the ones buying it.

How fast can you really close?

We can close in 7 days if you need speed. Most closings happen in 7-14 days. But if you need more time, maybe 30 or 60 days, that’s fine too. You pick the timeline that works for you.

The closing happens when the title company finishes their work. They need to research the title, identify any liens, make sure everything is clear, and prepare documents. That usually takes a week.

Do I pay any fees?

No. You don’t pay agent commissions, listing fees, or closing costs. We cover closing costs, which typically run 1-3% of sale price.

The offer we make is what you walk away with, minus any existing mortgages or liens that need to be paid off. Those deductions happen in every real estate transaction.

What if I owe more than my house is worth?

This is called being underwater. If you owe $260,000 but your house is worth $230,000, you can’t sell without bringing cash to closing to cover the difference.

However, you might qualify for a short sale where your lender agrees to accept less than you owe. We’ve worked through short sales before. It takes longer because we need lender approval, but it’s possible.

Will your offer be lower than traditional sale?

Probably, yes. Cash offers are typically lower than what you’d get listing your house in perfect condition with an agent.

That’s the tradeoff for speed, convenience, and certainty. You get less money but you get it fast, with zero repairs, zero hassle, and zero risk the deal falls through.

Think about your specific situation. If you need to sell fast, can’t afford repairs, or want certainty, a cash sale might make sense. If maximizing price is your only goal and you have time to wait, listing traditionally might be better.

Get multiple opinions and decide what works best for you.

Can you buy if I have tenants?

Yes. We buy rental properties with tenants all the time. You don’t have to wait for leases to end or evict anyone. We buy the property with tenants in place and take over as landlord after closing.

What about probate or estate sales?

We buy inherited properties and work through probate regularly. Probate takes longer because the court has to approve the sale. But we know how to navigate it. We’ve worked with probate attorneys throughout Houston on dozens of estate sales.

What Happens After We Buy Your House

People sometimes ask what we do with houses we buy.

We’re investors. We buy properties that need work, fix them up, and either rent them out long-term or sell them to families who want nice homes.

We’re not trying to make a quick flip off your hardship. We’re running a business that solves problems for homeowners while building our rental portfolio and helping new families find homes in Houston.

Some properties we keep as rentals. Others we renovate and sell. All of them get properly fixed up and put back into productive use in the Houston community.

Getting Your Cash Offer Started

If you want to sell your Houston house for cash, here’s what happens next.

First, contact us. Call or fill out the form on this page. We’ll ask basic questions about your property and timeline.

Second, we’ll look at the house. We schedule a walkthrough whenever works for you. Usually takes 15-20 minutes. Don’t clean up beforehand.

Third, we send you a written offer. You’ll have it within 24-48 hours. Take your time reviewing it. Ask questions. Get other opinions if you want.

Fourth, you decide. Accept it, counter it, or decline. No pressure from us.

Fifth, if you accept, we handle everything else. You show up to closing, sign papers, get paid.

Ready to Sell Your Houston House?

You need to sell your house. We buy houses. Let’s see if this works.

Maybe selling for cash is right for your situation. Maybe it’s not. But you won’t know until you get an actual offer.

We’ve bought hundreds of Houston houses from homeowners who needed to move forward quickly. We’d be happy to do the same for you.

Call Hero Homebuyers today or fill out our form. No obligation. No hassle. Just a fair cash offer and straight answers about your options.

Because sometimes you just need someone to buy your house and let you move on.

Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly can Hero Homebuyers close on my Houston house?

We can close in as little as 7 days if you need to move that fast. Most closings happen within 7-14 days from when you accept our offer. But if you need more time, maybe 30, 45, or even 60 days to figure out your move, that’s completely fine. You pick the closing date that works for your situation. The timeline is flexible because we’re paying cash and not waiting on mortgage approval or buyer financing. We have the funds ready to close whenever you’re ready.

Are you actual buyers or wholesalers?

We’re direct cash buyers, not wholesalers. That’s an important difference. Wholesalers put your house under contract and then try to find someone else to actually buy it. That often leads to contract reassignments, changed terms, and deals falling through at the last minute. We use our own cash to purchase properties. When we make you an offer and you accept, we’re the ones buying your house. No middlemen. No contract flipping. No surprises at closing. We’re the end buyer with funds ready to close.

Do I have to pay closing costs or fees when selling to Hero Homebuyers?

No. You don’t pay agent commissions (which would be 6% in a traditional sale), listing fees, or closing costs. We cover the closing costs ourselves, which typically run 1-3% of the purchase price. The cash offer we put in writing is what you walk away with, minus any existing mortgages, liens, or back property taxes that need to be paid off. Those deductions are standard in any real estate transaction and the title company handles all that math. There are no surprise fees or hidden charges that pop up at closing. What we offer is what you get.

Will you buy my Houston house if it has serious problems?

Yes. We buy houses with serious problems all the time. Foundation cracks from Houston’s clay soil? Water damage from flooding? Fire damage? Structural issues? Mold? Outdated electrical and plumbing? Ancient HVAC systems? Roof problems? We’ve seen it all and bought hundreds of Houston homes with major issues. The worse the condition, the more we factor repair costs into our offer calculation. But we absolutely do not walk away just because your house needs work. That’s exactly the type of property we look for. We buy it as-is and handle all repairs ourselves after closing.

How do you calculate your cash offers?

We calculate offers based on several factors. First, we look at what your house would sell for in perfect condition (after-repair value or ARV). Then we subtract the cost of all repairs and renovations needed. We also factor in holding costs while we own it (property taxes, insurance, utilities), our eventual selling costs (agent commissions when we resell it), and our investment risk and profit margin. We’ll walk you through exactly how we got to our number. It’s straightforward math and we’re happy to explain every part of it. If another buyer offers you more, that’s great. We just want to be fair and transparent about how we arrive at our offers.

Can you help me avoid foreclosure in Houston?

Yes, we can often help if you’re facing foreclosure. If you’re behind on mortgage payments and foreclosure is approaching, selling for cash can help you avoid having a foreclosure on your credit report. The foreclosure process in Texas moves relatively fast, so time really matters. The sooner you contact us, the more options you have. We can often close quickly enough to stop the foreclosure process and help you walk away with whatever equity you have left in the property instead of losing everything. Even if you’re just weeks away from a foreclosure auction, call us anyway. We’ve helped Houston homeowners in last-minute situations before and might be able to help you too.

What if my house has tenants or is a rental property?

We buy rental properties all the time, including properties with tenants currently living in them. You don’t have to wait for leases to expire or go through the eviction process. We buy the property with the tenants in place and take over all landlord responsibilities after we own it. If the tenants are current on rent, great. If they’re behind on rent or problematic, we’ll deal with it after closing. If you’re tired of being a landlord and just want out, we can help you exit quickly without all the usual complications of selling a tenant-occupied property on the open market.

TESTIMONIALS

“Fred is wonderful to work with…”

Fred is wonderful to work with. He is professional, and understands the market and home values. I am glad i had the opportunity to work with him.

“I highly recommend Fred Paskell and Hero Homebuyers…”

From the initial contact with Fred Paskel to closing November 18, 2024 the process was smooth. I sold my house in about 30 days. He was professional and courteous and there were no surprises. If you are looking to buy or sell I highly recommend Fred Paskell and Hero Home Buyers. You won’t regret your choice to have Fred help you.

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You can sell fast with no rush to move. You don’t have to move out right away; you can stay in your home for awhile until you locate another home.

We are confident that we can help you today – regardless of the situation.