How selling your house to us works
You tell us about the house, we walk through it with you, and we make a fair, written cash offer. If you accept, a local title company closes the sale on the date you choose. There are no repairs, showings, or commissions, and no obligation until you sign.
Key facts
- Who buys your house
- Citylife Home Buyers, a locally owned company at 1812 E Carson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15203
- What we buy
- Houses in any condition, including ones that need major repairs, have tenants, or are part of an estate
- Where
- Pittsburgh and Allegheny, Westmoreland, Washington, Beaver, Butler, and Fayette counties
- Commissions and fees
- None. We are the buyer, not an agent, and we often pay the closing costs too
- Repairs and cleaning
- None needed. You sell the house as-is
- Closing date
- You choose it, from as little as seven days to a later date that fits your move
The process
Four steps from first call to closing
Each step is a conversation, not a sales pitch. You can stop at any point.
Tell us about the house
Fill out the short form or call 1-833-BUY-PITT. We ask about the address, the condition, and your timing. There is no cost and no obligation.
We talk and see the house
We set up a short call and a time to walk through the house with you, so the offer reflects the real property.
You get a written cash offer
We make a fair, written, all-cash offer and explain how we got to the number. Take the time you need; the decision is yours.
Close on the date you choose
If you accept, a local title company handles the closing. You choose the date, and you can leave behind anything you do not want to take.
Your options
Selling to us or listing with an agent
If you have time to list, repair, and wait for a buyer, listing may bring a higher price. If you value speed, certainty, and no repairs, a direct sale may fit better.
| Topic | Selling to Citylife | Listing with an agent |
|---|---|---|
| Who buys the house | We buy it ourselves. We are not agents and we do not list houses. | An agent markets the house and looks for a buyer. |
| Commissions | None. | Usually a commission to the agents, set in the listing agreement. |
| Repairs and cleaning | None. We buy as-is, in any condition. | Often repairs, cleaning, and staging before photos and showings. |
| Showings | One walkthrough with us. | Showings and open houses until a buyer makes an offer. |
| Price | Usually below full market value, because we take on the repairs, the costs, and the risk of resale. | Often closer to full market value, minus commissions, repairs, and the costs of waiting. |
| Timing | You choose the closing date. We pay cash, so there is no wait for a buyer's financing. | Depends on the market, the buyer's financing, and the inspection. |
FAQ
Questions about the process
Will you list my house, or actually buy it?
We buy it. We are not agents and we do not list houses. We buy houses in and around Pittsburgh that fit what we look for, then repair them and resell them or keep them as rentals.
Do you buy houses that need major repairs?
Yes. We buy houses in any condition, including ones that need extensive repairs. You sell as-is, with no cleaning or fixing first.
How do you decide what to offer?
We look at the location, the condition, the repairs the house needs, and what comparable houses nearby have sold for recently. Then we walk you through how we got to the number.
Will your offer be full market value?
Usually not. Most houses we buy are bought below full market value, because we pay for the repairs and take the risk of reselling. What sellers often value is the cash, a closing date they choose, and no repairs, showings, or commissions. You can compare our offer with any other option before you decide.
Are there fees or commissions?
No. There are no commissions or fees when you sell to us, and we often pay the closing costs too.
Is there any obligation when I ask for an offer?
None. We look at the house, make you a cash offer, and the decision is yours. If the answer is no, that is the end of it.
What do I need to have ready?
The property address and a way to reach you are enough to start. If you have them handy, details about the condition, tenants or leases, and any liens or back taxes help us make an accurate offer.
Who handles the closing?
A local title company handles the closing paperwork and the funds, as with any home sale. You can ask your own attorney to review the agreement before you sign.
Ready to see what your house is worth to us?
A fair, written cash offer, with no obligation, usually within 24 hours of seeing your house.