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  • RedfinNow was an iBuying division of discount real estate brokerage Redfin that purchased properties for cash and resold them at a profit. The service shut down in 2022 after reporting significant losses. During its operation, RedfinNow received mixed customer reviews. Some praised the ease of selling a home to the company, while others were disappointed…

  • As the largest iBuyer in the United States, Opendoor offers homeowners simplified selling options. People who use Opendoor have two ways to sell their home: This flexibility allows you to sell your home in a way that best suits you, lowering overall stress. However, Opendoor isn’t the only company that streamlines the selling process for…

  • Mark Spain Real Estate was founded in 2016 and currently operates in six Southern states in the U.S. The company offers both traditional listing services and a Guaranteed Offer cash-buying program. Customer reviews highlight the experience and full-service support the Mark Spain brokerage team provides throughout the process, which includes extensive marketing and pricing strategy…

  • Grandview Homes is a regional cash buying company serving parts of Illinois, Ohio, and Wisconsin. Like many cash home buyers, it prioritizes fast cash sales of as-is homes for sellers who need speed and convenience over maximizing their profits.  Grandview Homes can provide a written cash offer within 24 hours of seeing your home, and…

  • 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.…

  • Limited-service real estate agents can save real-estate savvy homeowners on realtor fees. These agents offer different pricing tiers and a la carte services, giving you more control over the process. However, that freedom comes with less support from your real estate professional. One common pitfall of selling a home on your own is that it…