How Our Cash Buying Process Works
Learn about how Great Lakers House Buyer buys houses
Our process is straightforward, works on your timeline, and is easy for Grand Rapids homeowners to follow.
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How the process works
Timeframe: Once we get your information, we’re usually able to make you a fair all-cash offer within 24 hours. From there, we can close in as little as 7 days…or on the date that works best for you.
Step 1
Call or submit the form and tell us about your home, your situation, and your selling goals.
Step 2
We review the details and quickly put together a fair cash offer, often the same day and sometimes even over the phone.
Step 3
If you accept, we handle the paperwork, pay cash, and close in a matter of days on your schedule.
Contact us today to get your offer!
Timeframe: After you tell us a bit about your home, we get to work right away creating a customized cash offer for you.
If you choose to accept, we are able to close as quickly as 7 days. If you need more time, we’ll always work on your schedule.
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Selling your Grand Rapids home can be a quick & easy process
Great Lakers House Buyer buys houses in and around Grand Rapids (and other West Michigan areas, too!) We’re not listing your house – we’re actually the ones buying your home for cash.
Because we pay cash and are buying your Grand Rapids home directly from you, we’re able to close quickly (or on your schedule) without banks or showings.
Work with Us
no fees – no commissions
Unlike listing a house with a traditional agent, we charge no fees and no commissions when we buy your home for cash.
You never have to worry about any extra costs coming out of your pocket to sell your house fast in Grand Rapids.
You don’t have to worry about getting your house “market-ready” with repairs, cleaning, or showings.
We want to buy your house as-is so you can move on without doing any work.
No matter how ugly or pretty it is and no matter the location, we buy houses in Grand Rapids in any condition.
From Offer to Close in as Little as 7 Days
You can get rid of the headache of your property fast and avoid paying one more utility payment, tax payment, insurance payment, mortgage payment, or any of the other costs that pile up each month.
If you list your house and wait 90+ days to close, you have to factor in all of the costs of holding that property while it’s listed and you’re waiting for the sale to finally close.
We make it easy
Don’t worry about fixing anything or cleaning your house again and again for buyer after buyer or open houses.
We don’t care how dirty your house is (we’ve seen worse!) or how many repairs are needed.
Is it a complete fixer? Great! We’re cash home buyers who love taking on projects.
Let us save you time, reduce stress, and put more money in your pocket at closing.
We want to make an offer on your house today!
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “as-is” mean?
We buy your Grand Rapids home as-is, meaning you don’t have to worry about doing repairs, fixing your home up, or getting it ready for showings. We handle the repairs, inspections, and cleanup after we purchase your home. We factor this into our offer, but it saves you the money, time, and headache of trying to get your house ready to sell.
What does an “all-cash offer” mean?
“All-cash” means exactly that–all cash for your Grand Rapids home. Because we are real estate investors purchasing your home directly, we don’t rely on traditional bank financing like retail homebuyers. When you sell to us, there’s no risk of the financing falling through or closing being delayed. When we make you an offer, that’s the amount you’ll receive at closing.
How fast is a fast closing?
After you send us information about your home, we can make you a no-obligation, fair all-cash offer in as little as 24 hours. Once you accept, we close at a local, reputable title company in as little as 7 days. Compared to the 30+ days it can take to close when listing your house the traditional way, the benefits of a fast cash sale are clear.
What if I don’t need a fast closing?
At Great Lakers House Buyer, we work on your time frame. If you don’t need a fast closing because you need to make arrangements or explore future options, we will schedule the closing on the day that works best for you.
Will I get a lowball offer?
Our goal is to provide you with the fairest offer possible. Unlike some other buyers or big tech companies, we’re transparent about how we arrive at an offer amount. What we offer is based on what the value of the property may be once we make the necessary improvements and upgrades. We’re happy to walk you through this offer process so you can see how it works.
Is this even legit?
Yes, it is. The real estate industry is changing, and many Grand Rapids homeowners are exploring options to sell their house in the fastest, easiest, and most transparent way. That’s where we come in. We offer an alternative for homeowners who may not have the time or ability to list their house on the market for top dollar. We’ll assess your situation, make you a clear all-cash offer, and close on your timeline.
See what we can offer you for your home
Send us some basic details about your house to get started on your cash offer today.