Common Property Conditions We Purchase
Not every home is ready for the traditional market. HomeTrade purchases properties throughout Chicago and Chicagoland in a variety of conditions, including homes that need repairs, updates, or extensive renovation.
Outdated kitchens, bathrooms, and interiors
Deferred maintenance and needed repairs
Roof, foundation, or structural issues
Fire, water, or storm damage
Aging plumbing, electrical, or HVAC systems
Properties requiring extensive renovation
Understanding Your Selling Options
Every property is different. Some homeowners choose to make repairs and list traditionally, while others prefer to sell the property as-is without the time, cost, and uncertainty of preparing it for sale.
List Traditionally
Prepare the property for sale
Coordinate cleanouts and repairs
Arrange showings and open houses
Navigate inspections & negotiations
Buyer financing uncertainty
May achieve a higher sale price, but often requires significant time, expense, and preparation.
Selling Directly to HomeTrade
Sell the property as-is
No repairs or cleanouts required
No agent commissions
Flexible closing timelines
No mortgage contingencies
Designed for homeowners seeking flexibility, convenience, and a simpler sale.
A SIMPLE, STRAIGHTFORWARD PROCESS
How HomeTrade Works
A straightforward way to sell your Chicago home directly.
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Submit Your Property
Enter your property address and contact information. We'll review the property and reach out to discuss the next steps.
Review Your Offer
We'll evaluate the property and provide you with a straightforward offer. There's no obligation to accept.
Choose Your Closing Date
If you decide to move forward, we'll coordinate the closing and work toward a timeline that works for you.
Homes We've Bought That Needed Repairs
Explore properties HomeTrade has purchased throughout Chicago and Chicagoland that needed repairs, updates, or extensive renovation. These homes show how homeowners can sell as-is without completing costly improvements or preparing their property for the market.
What Homeowners Say About HomeTrade
Feedback from homeowners who sold to HomeTrade.
Property Requiring Repairs FAQs
Have questions about selling a house that needs repairs? Find answers about selling as-is, avoiding renovation costs, and selling directly to HomeTrade.