There are many reasons why you would want to sell your property, and you have different options for selling. You could use a traditional real estate agent, you could try to sell your property by owner, or you could sell your property to an Anaheim investor.
Understanding the Buyer
Professional mobile home buyers in Hemet, CA typically close faster than traditional mobile home buyers, and usually pay full in cash. Traditional mobile home purchases usually require qualifications from banks, mortgage underwriting time, property inspection time and the buyer may not end up qualifying in the end with the mobile home park you live in. There are also normally no commissions paid to a buyer’s or seller’s agent which means thousands of dollars in savings. The usual commission is 3% per side, so if you sell your mobile home for $200,000, you would have to pay $12,000 in commissions alone! Professional mobile home buyers also may not charge transaction fees; if they do, they are extremely low in comparison to the commission or closing costs you would have to pay otherwise. And remember, there is always room to negotiate a fair price, especially if you are looking to sell your mobile home quickly.
No Preparation Necessary
Professional mobile home buyers in CA will usually purchase mobile homes as-is. As a seller, this means you do not have to worry about repairs before closing or any other additional expenses you were not planning on. There are some companies that do not require inspections which makes it a truly as-is transaction. Personally, I feel this is the best way to sell your mobile home unless you can do improvements that would pass inspection on your own. This is one of the most important reasons to sell manufactured homes to investors for a streamlined transaction. Also, If you are curious about which improvements might be worthwhile, here are 7 hacks you should definitely go through!
Extended Occupancy
Professional mobile home buyers are in it for the investment. They are not expecting to move into the mobile home on the day of closing. Most mobile home buyers will allow a move-out timeframe after closing to allow you to relocate at your own pace. This is extremely helpful, especially with such quick closing timeframes. Also, you may not even have to clean the mobile home when you leave. You can simply pack your personal items and furniture you want to keep and leave the rest. These things to know before selling your mobile home directly highlight the ease of working with a cash buyer.
Sell With Confidence
When you decide to use a professional mobile home buyer in Anaheim, CA, you will not have to worry about going through a roller coaster of emotions. There are no frustrating, middle-of-dinner phone calls asking if you are available to show your mobile home. You don’t have to worry about leaving your mobile home spotless every day before heading to work, just in case there is a showing while you’re gone. You don’t have to worry about possibly running into a buyer’s agent or their clients or dealing with them asking you questions that you really shouldn’t answer anyway. You also don’t have to worry about buyers arguing with you over which furniture you are taking and what you are leaving.
No-Risk
Selling to a professional mobile home buyer is extremely straight forward. They will lay out every step of the process and usually have shortened, very clear contracts that are simple as-is purchase agreements. You will also have lessened exposure to legal risks. You won’t have to worry about the buyer finding something you didn’t know you didn’t disclose or something they don’t like about the mobile home or the neighborhood. Under most traditional real estate contracts, there is a potential for the buyer to sue you if they feel they didn’t get all of the information, or if they feel the facts were misconstrued. Professional mobile home buyers already know the state of the property, and they are willing to take on that risk. Following these mobile home selling tips to investors ensures a smoother final transaction. And if you want peace of mind, here are 4 benefits of selling directly to a buyer in Anaheim.
Call Mobile Home Dreamin today at (951) 783-2611 or send us a message to discuss selling your mobile home to an Anaheim investor. We can go over your property and let you know its market value and get you on your way to selling your property.
F.A.Qs
1. What is the best way to sell my mobile home?
The “best” way depends on your priority: selling directly to an investor offers the fastest, easiest, and most convenient sale by avoiding repairs and showings. Conversely, listing traditionally with an agent may yield a higher final price, but this approach is often much slower and involves more upfront effort and cost.
2. What is the average lifespan of a mobile home?
While many mobile homes are functional for much longer, the generally recognized functional lifespan for financing purposes is often considered to be between 30 to 50 years. This longevity is heavily dependent on how well the home was built and the consistency of its maintenance over the years.
3. How do you increase the value of a mobile home?
Since mobile homes generally depreciate, increasing value is less about major upgrades and more about maintenance; focusing on keeping major systems operational and the exterior well-kept is key. Address any significant issues like roof leaks or major mechanical problems, as buyers are often looking for “move-in ready” conditions without needing immediate costly repairs.