Do you buy houses in bad condition?

Yes. We buy houses in any condition, including fire damage, water damage, foundation issues, mold, hoarder situations, and open code violations. You do not need to make repairs, clean up, or haul anything out. We walk the property as it sits and make an offer based on what we see.

How fast can you close on an as-is house?

Most closings happen in 7 to 14 days from the signed purchase agreement. When title is clean and straightforward, we can close in as few as 5 days. The timeline depends on the title company's schedule and any liens or probate items that need to clear, and we tell you upfront what your specific timeline looks like.

Do you buy inherited houses?

Yes, and this is a large part of what we do. We work directly with heirs and estate attorneys, and we can close during or after probate depending on where the estate stands. If multiple heirs are involved, we coordinate signatures and disbursements at closing so each heir receives their share from the title company.

Do you buy foreclosures or pre-foreclosures?

Yes. If you have a sale date coming up, call us as early as possible so we have time to close before the auction. We handle the payoff directly with your lender and settle the loan balance at closing from the sale proceeds. In many cases, sellers walk away with cash even when they thought they had no equity left.

Do you buy houses with tax liens?

Yes. Tax liens, mortgage liens, HOA liens, and judgment liens all get settled at closing directly from the sale proceeds. You do not need to pay anything out of pocket to clear them. The title company disburses funds to each lienholder, and whatever remains after payoffs is yours.

What areas do you buy in?

We buy across South Louisiana, the Alabama Gulf Coast, and the Florida Panhandle. In Louisiana that includes Jefferson Parish, Orleans Parish, Metairie, New Orleans, Kenner, Uptown, and Mid-City. On the coast we cover Baldwin County (Gulf Shores, Orange Beach) and the Florida Panhandle (Fort Walton Beach, Escambia County, Okaloosa County).

Do I pay any fees or closing costs?

No. There are no agent commissions, no listing fees, no closing costs charged to you, and no repair credits taken out of your proceeds. The offer we give you is the amount you receive at closing, minus only any liens or payoffs owed on the property itself.

How is your cash offer calculated?

The math is simple and we show it to you: after-repair value (ARV) minus renovation cost minus a fair profit for our work equals your offer. ARV comes from recent comparable sales in your neighborhood. Renovation cost comes from what the property actually needs to be resold. We walk you through each number so you understand exactly how we got to the offer.

Do you require an inspection before making an offer?

No formal inspection is required. We walk the property ourselves, usually in 20 to 30 minutes, and factor condition into the offer at that point. Because we buy as-is and take on the repair risk ourselves, we do not send inspectors back for renegotiation after the offer is signed. The price we agree to is the price we close at.

How do I know you actually have the cash to close?

We provide proof of funds in writing before you sign anything, either a bank statement or a letter from our banking partner showing available cash for the purchase. We close with our own capital, not a mortgage or hard money loan, so there is no financing contingency and no lender who can back out at the last minute. If the title company confirms our funds are in escrow, closing happens on the date agreed.

Sell Your Older or Distressed House in Lakeview, New Orleans As-Is

Selling a Lakeview house with unfinished repairs? Request an as-is cash offer before taking on another project. We review distressed older homes and potential teardown properties individually. Call 504-920-4747.

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A Cash Buyer for Houses That Need Work

Tell us about the house as it is today: roof concerns, outdated systems, water damage, a vacant property or a repair project you no longer want to finish. You do not need to complete a remodel before starting a conversation. Share known condition issues and any available reports so the next steps reflect your actual property.

Repair or Teardown? Start With a Property Review

Not every older house is a teardown. The condition of the structure, the property itself and any applicable requirements need individual review. We can discuss an as-is purchase without asking you to arrange demolition first. No claim on this page determines what can be built or removed at your address.

How to Request Your Lakeview, New Orleans Cash Offer

Send your property address, name and phone number using the form above, or call 504-920-4747. Tell us your preferred timing and whether the home is occupied. We discuss access and review the property, then explain a proposed offer and its terms. You decide whether the offer works for you. Any closing timeline depends on the agreement, title review and the circumstances of the sale.

Know Your Terms Before You Sign

Compare the purchase price, deposit, inspection terms, cancellation provisions, closing expenses and possession date. Ask the closing professional about payoffs or other deductions that affect proceeds. Discuss belongings, cleanout and occupancy in advance. Continue meeting existing insurance and other obligations unless the relevant professional advises you otherwise.

Focused Guidance for Lakeview, New Orleans Sellers

Read our Sell a Lakeview House With Unfinished Repairs: An As-Is Seller Guide for a practical decision checklist. For nearby coverage, visit our New Orleans cash buyer page and Orleans Parish page.

Questions About Selling As-Is in Lakeview, New Orleans

Can I sell my Lakeview house with unfinished repairs?

Yes. BIG can review the house in its current condition. Explain what work is complete, what remains and any known safety or access issues.

Do I need to clean out the house first?

Discuss belongings and cleanout before agreeing to a sale. Any arrangement about items left behind should be written into the agreement.

Does an old Lakeview home automatically qualify as a teardown?

No. Repair and redevelopment possibilities need property-specific review. The age of the home alone does not determine demolition eligibility.

Can I request an offer before getting repair bids?

Yes. Start with the address and the information you already have. Additional review needs can be discussed after that.

What should I compare in a cash offer?

Compare price, deposit, inspection and cancellation provisions, closing costs, possession and the proposed closing date.

How do I contact BIG about my Lakeview property?

Call 504-920-4747 or use the offer form on this page. Share your address, contact details and preferred timing.

Talk Through Your Property With BIG

Call 504-920-4747 or use the offer form above. No obligation to accept. By Andrew & Tony Bertucci.