Shannon Whyte
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Zillow shut down its iBuyer service, Zillow Offers (formerly Zillow Instant Offers), in November 2021 after racking up massive losses. The program was designed to give homeowners quick, no-obligation cash offers, often within just two days. The downfall came from Zillow’s pricing algorithm. To compete, the company had to make fast offers — but speed…
Truehold is a legitimate home sale-leaseback company offering homeowners a way to access equity without moving out. You sell your home directly to Truehold and then rent it back as a tenant. Unlike traditional home sales, Truehold provides a direct cash offer with a flexible leaseback option. Satisfied customers appreciated how easy and fast the…
The Knock Bridge Loan (formerly Knock Home Swap) can ease the process of buying and selling simultaneously. You can receive a bridge loan, interest-free for six months, for a 2.25% flat fee based on your home’s estimated list price and state-specific closing costs. You can then use the loan to buy a new home, prepare…
Zillow is one of the most popular real estate websites in the US, attracting more than 365 million monthly visits in 2024. Anyone can post a listing for free, including sellers listing their home for sale by owner (FSBO) or with a realtor. Zillow rental listing fees are also free, unless you upgrade to the…
Grandview Homes is a regional cash home buyer that purchases houses for cash in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Ohio. It offers quick, as-is sales — often closing in 10 days or less. Many sellers appreciate the convenience and certainty of a guaranteed offer, especially if they’re facing repairs, foreclosure, or relocation. But as with most “we…
Homie is a discount real estate brokerage with locations in Arizona and Utah that offers a flat-fee listing structure instead of traditional realtor fees. Homie sells homes for a $5,000 flat fee ($10,000 for homes above $1 million). This can be cheaper compared to paying the standard 2-3% realtor commission, particularly at higher price points.…
