1
Tell us about your property
Enter the address and answer a few quick questions about the home and your plans — it takes about two minutes. There is no cost and no commitment. If you prefer, you can email us instead.
A member of our team will follow up, usually within one business day, to learn a little more: the condition of the home, whether anyone is living there, and the timeline you have in mind.
2
Review your cash offer
We research the property using public records and recent sales of similar homes nearby, and we may schedule a short walkthrough. If the property meets our acquisition criteria, we present a written cash offer and explain how we arrived at it.
Take whatever time you need. You can ask questions, talk it over with family, consult an attorney or agent, or compare it with listing your home. There is no obligation to accept.
3
Choose your closing timeline
If you accept, we sign a purchase agreement and open the file with a title company. The title company confirms ownership, handles payoffs of any mortgage or liens, and conducts the closing.
We work toward a closing date that fits your circumstances — sooner if you need to move quickly, or later if you need time to plan your move — subject to title and transaction requirements.

Direct sale vs. traditional listing

Both are good options for different situations. Here is an honest comparison.

	Direct sale to Oakland Home Buyers	Traditional listing
Repairs & cleaning	None required — sold as-is	Often recommended to attract buyers
Showings	Usually one walkthrough	Multiple showings and open houses
Agent commission	None	Typically paid by the seller
Buyer financing	Cash purchase — no lender approval needed	Many buyers rely on mortgage approval and appraisal
Closing date	Flexible, set together	Depends on the buyer and their lender
Sale price	Reflects as-is condition and our costs	May be higher for updated, well-kept homes

What we need from you

The property address and basic details about the home
Your best estimate of needed repairs (you do not need contractor bids)
Whether the home is owner-occupied, rented or vacant
For inherited homes, the name of the probate attorney or personal representative, if there is one

Questions about the process? Read our frequently asked questions or contact us.

Tell us about your property and see whether a direct cash sale could be right for you.

No obligation to accept · No repairs or cleaning required