Cash Offer vs. Traditional Listing
Both routes end at a North Carolina closing attorney's table. What differs is the cost, the wait and the risk.
| Category | Cardinal House Buyers | Traditional Realtor |
|---|---|---|
| Agent commission | ✓None — no agent in the deal | ✗A share of the price, per the listing contract |
| Seller closing costs | ✓We cover them | ✗Excise tax stamps and other seller charges |
| How long it takes | ✓Your date, as soon as 7–14 days | ✗Market time, then the lender's timeline |
| Repairs | ✓Nothing to fix first | ✗Requests after the buyer's inspection |
| Showings & Open Houses | ✓No public showings | ✗Tours on short notice |
| How the buyer pays | ✓Cash — no underwriting | ✗Usually a mortgage awaiting approval |
| Appraisal | ✓Not needed | ✗A low one can force a price cut |
| Your commitment | ✓A free offer you can decline | ✗An exclusive contract for a set term |
| Inspection | ✓We take the flaws with it | ✗The inspector's report can reopen the price |
| Odds the sale closes | ✓High — few moving parts | ✗Open until the closing attorney pays out |
Net Proceeds Calculator
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Estimated Cash Offer
$216,000
As soon as 7 days · nothing to fix · no fees
Est. Net After Listing
$273,000
Less about 9% in commission and costs · plus market time
The cash figure is 72% of the value you pick; a real offer depends on condition and location. The listing figure deducts about 9% for commission and costs, before repairs or months of carrying costs. Call for a no-obligation number.
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