Sell Your Novato House for Cash. Hamilton, Old Town or Bel Marin Keys, We Buy As-Is.

We pay the closing costs on a sale to us, except your share of any transfer tax, and the purchase agreement sets this out. Eagle does not charge you an agent commission on a direct sale to us. Your mortgage payoff and any liens, delinquent taxes, HOA or association balances, agreed prorations and other seller obligations are deducted from your proceeds when applicable. The closing professional provides a settlement statement showing the charges and credits before closing. Transfer, deed, conveyance or similar taxes vary by state and locality. For a sale in Novato: county tax of $0.55 per $500 of value (about $1.10 per $1,000); some charter cities add their own, subject to the purchase agreement.

Selling a property as-is does not automatically eliminate disclosure obligations under applicable federal, state or local law. Tell us what you know about the roof, plumbing, electrical system, foundation, environmental conditions and any past damage or repairs so we can evaluate the property accurately and address known issues in writing before you sign. California sellers commonly complete a Transfer Disclosure Statement, which may apply to your sale. A real estate attorney licensed in California can confirm which disclosures apply.

Often, yes. Delinquent property taxes and many recorded liens can be paid from the sale proceeds at closing, provided there is enough equity and the required payoff or release can be obtained. The title search or other closing review will identify items that must be paid, released or otherwise resolved. A disputed lien, an unavailable payoff or debts exceeding the available proceeds can delay or prevent closing unless the issue is resolved or the creditor agrees to another arrangement. Tell us what you know upfront so the closing professional can investigate it early.

It depends on how title was held and California law. Property held in the deceased owner's name alone may require probate or another estate procedure before anyone has authority to sign a deed. Property held in a trust or with survivorship rights may pass outside probate. A probate or estate attorney licensed in California should confirm who has authority and which procedure applies. We can evaluate the property and make an offer while that is being established, but we cannot close until someone has legal authority to sign.

A sale may help avoid a foreclosure sale if it closes in time and the proceeds are enough to satisfy the required payoff, or if the lender gives written approval to accept less. In California, a home loan secured by a deed of trust is generally foreclosed by a trustee's sale rather than through a court case. We cannot promise to stop or postpone a foreclosure; that depends on the lender or servicer, the trustee or the court, the timing and whether the transaction closes. Contact us as early as possible and bring every notice you have so we can usually tell you whether our expected timeline appears workable. A HUD-approved housing counselor or an attorney licensed in California can explain your legal options and deadlines. Our California page explains how the foreclosure process generally works in the state.

Eagle may purchase the property itself or, if the purchase agreement permits, assign its contractual rights to another investor or purchasing entity. Any assignment right is stated in the agreement before you sign. The agreement also states the price, closing date or timeline, contingencies and other material terms. The closing is handled by the title company, escrow holder, settlement agent or closing attorney used for the transaction.

Yes, when the seller owns the land the home sits on. We do not buy a mobile home in a park or on a rented lot. If you own both, send the address and tell us about the home and the land.

You get a written offer within one business day of sending the address and details. Most sales then close in 21 to 42 days, or later if you need more time. You choose the date that fits your move.

Pricing, condition and timing all matter. Listing with a realtor often means repairs, showings and waiting for a buyer's financing. A cash offer skips the listing step: you get a number in one business day and pick the closing date, with no repairs required.

It depends on your goals. A cash offer can suit a house that needs work, a rental, or a seller who wants a firm closing date. Listing may bring a higher price if you can wait and handle repairs. Compare a cash offer against what a realtor tells you before deciding.

It depends on the price, the mortgage you owe, and any liens or back taxes. On a sale to us, we pay the closing costs except your share of any transfer tax; your mortgage payoff, any liens or back taxes and prorations come out of the proceeds. Ask a tax professional about capital gains tax in California.

We buy across Novato and Marin County, including Hamilton, the areas near Old Town, and the communities east of the city such as Bel Marin Keys and Black Point-Green Point. The one exception is a mobile home that is not on land you own. Send the address and we will tell you.

The first call is basic. We ask about the property, its condition and your situation. The owner of the house takes part in the conversation before anything moves forward, so if someone calls for you, we will set up a time when you can join.

A title or escrow company usually handles the closing in California. You can bring your own attorney if you want advice on your situation. We explain what we need, and professionals confirm the legal details.