Frequently Asked Questions About Selling Your House for Cash in Hidalgo, TX

It means you sell your house directly to a buyer who pays with their own money instead of a bank loan. Because there is no lender, there is no appraisal, no loan approval and no waiting on underwriting. You skip listing the house, showings and repairs. The sale still closes the normal way, through a title company, with a written contract and a recorded deed.

Wally is the buyer. He is a local real estate investor who buys houses and land across Hidalgo County. You talk to him directly from the first call to closing day. Learn more about Wally.

We buy in the city of Hidalgo (78557) and across Hidalgo County, including Alton, Palmview, La Joya, Sullivan City, Peñitas, Elsa, Edcouch, La Villa and Progreso. We also buy in nearby Valley cities. See all the areas we serve.

Fill out the short form on our contact page or call (956) 444 2020. We will ask a few questions about the property and your timeline. It takes about ten minutes, and it is free.

No. Asking for an offer is free and does not commit you to anything. If the number does not work for you, you simply say no.

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We base every offer on four things:

1. What the house would sell for after repairs, based on recent sales near you.
2. What the repairs will cost.
3. Our costs to buy, hold and resell the house.
4. A fair margin for our business.

We walk you through these numbers so you can see exactly how we arrived at the offer.

Yes, usually. A cash offer is typically below full retail value because the buyer pays for repairs, carries the holding costs and takes the risk of reselling. In return, you save the agent commission, repair bills, months of taxes and utilities, and the risk of a buyer's loan falling through. Compare our offer with what you would actually keep after listing, not with the list price. Our homepage shows a real example for a Hidalgo County home.

You get your written offer soon after we see the house. For land, it can take a little longer while we check county records.

We usually do a short walkthrough of 20 to 30 minutes, in person or by video call. You do not need to clean or prepare anything.

Yes, you can always ask questions or share information we may have missed, such as recent updates to the roof or AC. We will tell you honestly if the number can move and why.

We do not lower our offer unless the title company finds something nobody knew about, such as an unknown lien. If that ever happens, we will show you exactly what was found and talk it through with you.

It depends on your house and your situation. A cash sale is usually better if the house needs repairs, you need to sell quickly, there are tenants, or there are title or tax problems. Listing is usually better if the house is updated, in a strong neighborhood, and you can wait several months. Wally will tell you honestly which option fits your house.

No. You pay no commission and no fee to us.

You receive the offer amount, minus only any mortgage, back taxes or liens that must be paid off. The title company gives you a settlement statement before closing that shows every number, so there are no surprises.

No. A real cash buyer never asks you for money up front. If anyone asks you for an application fee or an "offer fee," walk away.

In Texas, property taxes for the current year are usually split, or prorated, at closing. You pay your share for the days you owned the house, and the buyer pays the rest. Any back taxes from earlier years are paid from your proceeds.

Call us anyway. We will look at your numbers honestly. Sometimes a lender will accept less than the full balance in what is called a short sale. Sometimes a cash sale is not the right fit, and we will tell you that too.

The title company pays you by wire transfer or cashier's check on closing day. You never receive money from us directly, and we never hold your money.

We can close in as little as 7 days once the title company confirms the title is clear. Inherited homes or properties with tax or lien issues can take longer while the paperwork is finished.

Yes. You choose the date. If you need 30, 60 or more days to move, we plan around it.

A local title company handles the closing. They are a neutral third party. They confirm ownership, check for liens, pay off any balances and send you your money.

Bring a valid photo ID for each person on the deed, and the keys. The title company will tell you ahead of time if anything else is needed.

You do not need to come back to the Valley. We can do the walkthrough by video, and we will work out the signing with you.

Often, yes. Tell us what you need and we will try to write it into the agreement.

Take anything you want to keep. Leave the rest, including furniture, clothes and junk. We handle the cleanout after closing.

No. We buy houses as is. That includes roof leaks, foundation problems, old plumbing, outdated kitchens and anything else.

Yes. Many Valley homes were damaged in recent storms, including the March 2025 flooding. We buy homes with water damage, mold and warped floors.

Yes. You can leave everything behind. This is common with inherited homes.

We buy single family houses, older block and frame homes, mobile homes on owned land, small rentals, vacant houses, lots and acreage.

We can often buy a mobile home when it sits on land you own. Mobile homes in a rented lot park are handled differently, so call us to talk it through.

Often, yes. In Texas, heirs commonly use an affidavit of heirship, filed in the county property records, to show who owns the house. In more complicated situations, the title company may ask for a court determination of heirship. We work with all the heirs and the title company to find the right path. We are not lawyers, so please talk to a probate attorney about your family's specific situation.

Generally, yes. Every owner on the title usually has to sign. If some heirs live far away or in Mexico, they can often sign where they live. If the family cannot agree, a probate or real estate attorney can explain your options.

Yes. You do not need to pay the back taxes first. The title company pays them from the sale at closing. In Hidalgo County, penalties and interest begin on February 1 and grow every month, and unpaid accounts can eventually be sued and sold at a tax sale. Selling sooner usually means you keep more of your equity.

Often, yes, if there is enough time and equity. In Texas, a lender must give a homeowner at least 20 days' notice to catch up on a defaulted loan, then at least 21 days' notice before a foreclosure sale. Sales happen on the first Tuesday of the month. That means things can move fast, so call us as soon as you receive a notice. A quick sale can pay off the loan and protect your credit.

Yes. We can buy your rental with the tenants still in place. You do not need to evict anyone or wait for the lease to end.

Yes. A cash sale with a set closing date can make it easier for both people to split the proceeds and move on. Both owners usually need to sign. Talk to your attorney about how the divorce decree affects the sale.

Usually, yes. The title company finds any liens and pays them from the sale at closing. In some cases, lien holders agree to accept less than the full amount.

Possibly. Contract for deed houses often have title issues because the deed may still be in the original seller's name. We look at your contract and payment records and work with the title company to see what can be done.

Yes. We buy residential lots, rural acreage, farmland and inherited land across Hidalgo County. Learn how we buy land.

No, you do not need one to get an offer. We use county records and plat maps. Sometimes the title company asks for a survey before closing. If that happens, we will tell you up front how the cost is covered.

Not always. In Texas, a rollback tax is triggered when the land's use changes away from agriculture, not by the sale itself. For changes of use since June 2021, it covers the three prior years, with interest only if the rollback taxes go unpaid. Ask your tax advisor or the appraisal district about your specific land.

Possibly. Many older lots in Hidalgo County were divided without an approved plat, which can make utilities and permits harder to get. We check the plat status first and explain what we find.

Maybe, maybe not. If the house was your main home and you owned and lived in it for at least two of the last five years, federal law generally lets you exclude up to $250,000 of profit, or $500,000 for married couples filing jointly. Inherited and rental properties follow different rules. Texas has no state income tax. Please talk to a tax professional about your situation.

Usually, yes. The title company typically reports real estate sales to the IRS on Form 1099‑S. This is standard and does not mean you owe tax. It depends on your situation.

In most Texas home sales, the seller completes a Seller's Disclosure Notice describing known problems with the property. Even though we buy as is, simply tell us what you know honestly. You do not need to inspect or fix anything.

Ask questions, and expect clear answers. A legitimate buyer will put the offer in writing, close at a title company you can call yourself, never ask you for money up front, and never pressure you to sign the same day. You can call the title company directly to confirm they handle our closings.

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