Seller FAQ

Questions you should ask before selling directly to any investor.

No hype. No mystery. These are the questions we would want answered if we were on the other side of the table.

About Auctus and the properties we buy

Do you buy properties in all 50 states?

We review opportunities nationwide. That does not mean every deal or transaction structure works in every state. Local law, licensing rules, title practices and closing requirements vary, so we evaluate each property individually and work with appropriate closing professionals.

What types of properties do you buy?

Single-family homes, townhomes, condos, duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, apartment buildings, rentals, portfolios, inherited property, vacant property and properties needing repairs. We also review unusual or complicated situations that may not fit a normal retail sale.

Do I need to repair or clean the property first?

No. We can evaluate property in its current condition. Sometimes repairs create enough extra value to make a retail listing worthwhile; other times the cost, time and uncertainty make an as-is sale more practical.

Do you buy occupied rental property?

Yes. We review tenant-occupied rentals and multifamily property. Lease terms, rent roll, deposits, delinquency and local landlord-tenant requirements all matter.

Do you buy apartment buildings and larger multifamily?

Yes. We evaluate small multifamily through larger apartment opportunities, with particular attention to rents, occupancy, expenses, deferred maintenance and value-add potential.

Price, fees and closing

Will I get full market value?

A direct investor purchase is different from exposing a property to the full retail market. A seller may trade some potential retail upside for speed, certainty, fewer repairs, fewer showings and a simpler process. The useful comparison is expected net proceeds after commissions, repairs, concessions, carrying costs and risk—not just asking price versus offer price.

Do you charge commissions?

Auctus is acting as a principal buyer or acquisition party when purchasing property for its own account or assigning contractual rights where lawful; the structure of a particular transaction will be disclosed in the agreement. Sellers should review all closing statements and agreements so they understand every cost.

How fast can you close?

Timing depends on title, access, financing, state requirements and the transaction structure. Some transactions can move quickly; others should not. We would rather give you a realistic timeline than advertise a fake one.

What happens if title has a problem?

Liens, probate issues, judgments, unpaid taxes and ownership disputes can delay or prevent closing. In many cases a title company or attorney can identify what must be cleared before a sale can happen.

Mortgages and creative structures

Can you buy a property if I still have a mortgage?

Yes, properties with mortgages sell every day. In a standard sale, the existing loan is typically paid off through closing. In some situations, other structures involving existing financing may be evaluated, but those require careful review of lender terms, due-on-sale provisions, insurance, servicing and applicable law.

What does “mortgage takeover” mean?

People use that phrase loosely. It can refer to a formal loan assumption or to a transaction where existing financing remains in place after ownership changes. Those are not the same thing. A formal assumption requires lender approval. Other existing-financing structures can involve additional risks and should be reviewed with qualified legal and closing professionals.

What is seller financing?

Seller financing generally means the seller agrees to receive some or all of the purchase price over time instead of receiving the entire amount at closing. Terms can vary widely and should be documented by qualified professionals.

Can I talk to an attorney or accountant before signing?

Yes—and for complicated transactions, you should strongly consider it. We do not want a seller signing something they do not understand.

What if selling to an investor is not my best option?

Then we would rather say that. If the property is retail-ready, you have time, and maximizing price matters most, listing with a strong local agent may be a better move. A direct sale is a tool, not a universal answer.

Have a question we did not answer?

Call or text 706-818-8831, or send us the property and the situation.