Flooding is not new to the costal regions of Texas, but the frequency and intensity of storms are starting to increase. It’s starting to feel like we have a 100-year flood event every other year. Houston homes that have never flooded in the past found themselves inundated with water when Hurricane Harvey devastated our city. The aftermath of a storm can be one of the most stressful periods of your life. Not only are you dealing with the overwhelming loss and grief from the damage done to your home, but you are left scrambling to find a way to handle your day-to-day responsibility while also trying to pick up the pieces.
If your house was has been damaged in a flood you are now faced with a difficult decision.
- Pick up the pieces, make costly repairs and hope that your home won’t flood again
- Sell your home and move to higher ground
We can help you explore your options and give you the information you need to make the best choice for you and your family.
We’ll give you our best offer with no-obligation, so you decide the best option for you.
Listing with a Realtor
Many people think there is only one way to sell a house and end up taking their chances on the open market. Since many homebuyers are reluctant to buy a house that will require so much work, these home owners eventually end up selling to an investor or a having to renovate.
Pros
- you may get a higher offer on open market
Cons
- you to pay realtor fees and closing costs on a fixer-uper sale price
- you continue paying mortgage, taxes and hoa fees while you wait for it to sell
- competing with all the other flooded homes and any other houses on market
- Closing depends on buyer’s funding and schedule.
- may be asked to clean and make repairs.
Renovate Your Flooded Home
Its never easy to leaving a house that has been your home, so it’s no wonder that many people renovate their flooded home. The damage caused by flooding often requires extensive renovations that can take months to complete. If you have the time and money to complete the renovations will give you the opportunity to stay in the house or get the best price possible.
Pros
- Best price for your home
- choice to stay or sell
Cons
- Longest time to get back to normal
- Finding a quality contractor after a flood is difficult
- Even after all the waiting and hassle, Insurance may not cover all costs.
- you continue paying mortgage, taxes and hoa fees while also paying for temporary housing.
- Managing a major renovation can take over your life.
- Even fully renovated houses with a history of flooding will not sell for top dollar.
Get Cash for your home with no additional hassle
Selling your property AS-IS, is the easiest option and the fastest way to get back to normal.
- Move on quickly and with cash in hand.
- No repairs
- No cleaning
- No Commissions or Fees
- No waiting on insurance
- stop paying mortgage, taxes and hoa fees on a house you can’t live in.
- The closing period is up to you, depending on your circumstance