Frequently Asked Questions

Maybe you have a few questions. That’s okay; most people do. These are some of the questions people ask us… along with our answers. If you still have a question, don’t hesitate to contact us (or give us a call) and we’ll be happy to answer it for you.

Q:  Will you be listing my house on the MLS or actually buying it?
A:  Great question. We’re not agents, and we don’t list houses. We are not wholesellers either. We are professional home buyers: We buy houses in McAllen and around the RGV that meet our purchasing criteria. From there we may repair the house and resell it to another homeowner or keep it as a rental ourselves.

Q: Do you pay fair prices for properties?
A: At Dolfin RGV, we specialize in purchasing properties below market value to ensure a profitable resale for another homeowner. Our aim is to provide a fair discount when acquiring a property. Based on our experience, we understand that most sellers appreciate the benefits of receiving a quick cash offer with no waiting for financing approval, repairs, property cleanup, or agent commissions. If you value a fast sale and a hassle-free process, let’s work together to reach a mutually beneficial price. Remember, our no-obligation pricing commitment allows you the flexibility to consider our offer without any pressure to proceed. We are looking to get a win-win situation for both parts.

Q:  How do you determine the price to offer on my house?
A:  We can tell you quickly the price we can offer. Our process is very straightforward. We look at the location of the property, what repairs are needed, the current condition of the property, market conditions, and value of comparable houses sold in the neiborhood recently. We take many pieces of information into consideration… and come up with a fair price that works for us and works for you too.

Q:  Are there any fees or commissions to work with you?
A: This is what makes us stand out from the traditional method of selling your house: There are NO fees or realtor’s commissions when you sell your house to us. We’ll make you an offer, and if it’s a fit then we’ll buy your house (and we’ll often pay for the closing costs too!). No hassle. No fees. We make our money after we pay for repairs on the house (if any) and sell it for a profit (we’re taking the risks here on whether we can sell it for a profit or not, once we buy the house from you… the responsibility is ours and you walk away without the burden of the property and its payments… and often with cash in your hand).

Q:  How are you different from a real estate agent?
A: Real estate agents list properties and hope that someone will buy them. The agent shows the properties to prospective buyers if there are any (the average time to sell a property in many markets right now is around 5 months) and then take a percentage of the sale price if they find a buyer. Oftentimes, the agent’s commission is 3-6% of the sale price of your house (so if it’s a $120,000 house, you’ll pay between $3,600 – $7,200 in commissions to an agent). Agents provide a great service for those that can wait 5-6 months to sell and who don’t mind giving up some of that sale price to pay for the commissions. But that’s where we’re different: We’re not agents, we’re HOME BUYERS. Our company actually buys houses. We don’t list houses. Since we’re actually the one buying the house from you, and we pay with all cash… we can make a decision to buy your house within a couple of days (sometimes the same day). Again, we make our living by taking the risk to buy the house with our own cash, repair the house (and deal with all the inspection requirements and changing city codes), and market it ourselves to find a qualified buyer (which is the hard part in this market when many people cannot afford to buy and are renting).

Q:  Can I sell an inherited house in Texas? Probate?
A: Inheriting a property can be a lenghty process. A person dealing with a loss of a loved one is going through a very challenging time. Unfortunately, many times there is no will. With or without a will the house will have to go through a probate process, which can be lenghty and stressful. Sometimes, the property has been neglected or the family lives out of state and cannot relocate to the inherited property. One solution is to contact a local cash buyer that can help you sell an inherited house fast. Contact Dolfin RGV to see how we can help. We have worked with several out of state and out of the country owners doing part or all process remotely. If needed, we can arrange with the Title Company to have a remote closing using a mobile notary in your state or an American Consulate in the country where you reside so you can sell your house without extensive travel.

Q:  Can I sell a house while in divorce in Texas?
A: When undergoing a divorce, one solution to split the posessions is to sell a house and divide the money 50/50% or any agreement you may have. If you list a house with an agent, you will need to pay a commission and may have to wait for the potential buyer to qualify for a loan, then pass the inspection required by the lender, and after inspection, you will more then likely have to make some repairs and/or give concessions to the buyer. That process can take time and money. If you want to sell a house fast, without dealing with showings, repairs, inspections, or commissions you may contact a local direct buyer such as Dolfin RGV. We will give you a fair cash offer for the property and can close fast or on the time frame that is convenient for you.

Q:  Can I sell a house fast to avoid foreclosure in Texas?
A: Foreclosure is the process when the lender is trying to reposess a property when a homeowner fails to make certain number of mortgage payments. Every month there are several properties sold in a public auction at the Hidalgo County courthouse in Edinburg, Texas. One way to avoid the process of foreclosure and to protect your credit score is to sell your house before it goes to the public auction. If you feel that you can make an agreement with the lender, contact them as soon as possible. Never ignore the notices they send you. They will often try to negotiate. If you don’t want to deal with the lender and you would rather sell your house, you may contact a direct local experienced home buyer from the Valley such as Dolfin RGV. We will discuss your unique situation and present you with a fair cash offer for your house in case it matches our buying criteria. You have nothing to lose, it is a no obligation free offer. You may feel out the form below to give us some info and we will contact you back in less than 24 hours.

BE CAREFULL WHO YOU WORK WITH. Some companies will just offer you an “Assignment contract” or a “purchase agreement subject to indebtedness“, they can offer to buy “subject to indebtedness”. With those agreements the original debt technically still belongs to you and the new buyer is not paying off the mortgage. However, if they don’t make the payments the lender can still foreclose and it will affect your credit score.

At Dolfin RGV we actually buy the properties and we make sure the Title Company we work with CLEARS ALL THE LIENS AND MAKES SURE THE MORTGAGE GETS PAID OFF. In this way, you can go on with your life without risking that your loan will go into default and you will be reported to the credit bureaus.

Q:  Is there any obligation when I submit my info?
A: There is absolutely zero obligation for you. Once you tell us a bit about your property, we’ll take a look at the situation, maybe set up a call with you to find out a bit more, and make you an all-cash offer that’s fair for you and fair for us. From there, it’s 100% your decision on whether or not you’d like to sell your house to us… and we won’t hassle you, won’t harass you… it’s 100% your decision and we’ll let you decide what’s right for you.

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