A fair side by side comparison. We'll even tell you when listing with an agent is the better move for you.
Every situation is different, but here's how it usually shakes out.
| What Matters to You | Benji Buys Houses | Real Estate Agent | For Sale by Owner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Repairs and cleaning | ✓ None, we buy it as it sits | ✗ Usually expected | ✗ Usually expected |
| Showings and open houses | ✓ One walkthrough | ✗ As many as it takes | ✗ You run them yourself |
| Commissions | ✓ $0 | ✗ Often 5 to 6% | ~ Buyer's agent may ask |
| Closing costs | ✓ We cover the usual ones | ✗ Typically 1 to 3% | ✗ Typically 1 to 3% |
| Time to close | ✓ As little as 7 days | ✗ Often 2 to 4 months | ✗ Often 2 to 4 months |
| Chance the deal falls apart | ✓ Low, no bank loan needed | ✗ Loans and inspections can kill it | ✗ Higher |
| Option to stay in the home | ✓ Yes, sell and stay | ✗ Rarely | ✗ Rarely |
| Option to buy it back | ✓ Yes, within two years | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Top dollar sale price | ~ Below full retail | ✓ Usually higher | ✓ Possible |
If that's you, we'll tell you. No hard feelings.
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