Moreno Valley has grown a lot over the last few decades. Many neighborhoods went up in the 1980s and later, so plenty of houses here are at the age where roofs, water heaters, HVAC units and original kitchens all start asking for money at the same time. Add a job change, a family situation or a rental that's become more trouble than it's worth, and "sell my house fast" starts to sound pretty good.
We're a family-owned company that has been buying houses in Southern California since 2011. We've bought 77 homes in Riverside County alone, including in Moreno Valley, and 359 across Southern California. Here's how we'd explain your options to a neighbor.
Your three main ways to sell
List with an agent. If the house is in good shape and you have time, listing on the open market is often how you get the highest sale price. You'll usually make some repairs, keep the house show-ready, and wait through showings, offers, the buyer's inspection, appraisal and loan approval. Commissions and closing costs come out of your proceeds.
Sell it yourself. You save the listing side commission, but you take on the pricing, marketing, showings, negotiating and paperwork. Many buyers still bring an agent, and the buyer's loan and inspection still apply.
Sell to a cash buyer as-is. No repairs, no cleaning, no showings. A cash buyer doesn't need a lender's approval, so the timeline is shorter and more predictable. The trade-off is that a cash offer on a house that needs work is usually lower than what a fixed-up house would sell for, because the buyer is taking on the repairs and the risk. We break down those costs side by side in Cash Offer vs. Listing With an Agent.
None of these is right for everyone. The best choice depends on the house, your timing and how much hassle you're willing to take on.
What usually brings Moreno Valley owners to us
- Repairs that pile up. An older roof, a cracked slab, plumbing problems or a kitchen nobody has touched in 30 years.
- An inherited house. A parent's home that siblings need to sell and split. See our guide to selling an inherited or probate house.
- A rental that stopped making sense. Rising costs, a tenant who stopped paying, or just being done with being a landlord. Our guide to selling with tenants covers the basics.
- A move on a deadline. A job transfer, a military reassignment from March Air Reserve Base, or moving closer to family.
- Money pressure. Missed mortgage payments or a notice of default. If that's you, read Selling Your House in Foreclosure in California and talk to a professional soon.
What shapes a cash offer on a Moreno Valley house
Every house is different, but the same few things drive the number:
- What it will be worth fixed up. We look at recent sales of similar, updated homes nearby, not the highest sale in the zip code.
- What it needs. Roof, foundation, plumbing, electrical, termite work, and the cosmetic updates buyers expect.
- The costs of owning and reselling it. Escrow and title, property taxes, insurance and utilities while we work on it, and selling costs at the end.
- Anything that affects title. Liens, old loans, HOA dues, or special assessments that have to be paid at closing.
We walk you through how we got to our number, line by line. If you want the full explanation, read How a Cash Offer on Your House Is Calculated.
How a sale with us works
You tell us about the house through our offer form or by calling (909) 833-4848. We'll ask about condition, who lives there and your ideal timing, then set up a walkthrough when it suits you. You don't need to clean first.
Once we have the details we need, we aim to send a written, no-obligation cash offer in about 24 hours. If you accept, a licensed, neutral escrow and title company opens escrow. We can close in about 7 days, or on the date you choose if you need more time to move. On qualifying homes, we may be able to advance you up to $30,000 before closing for moving costs or anything else.*
Take whatever you want from the house and leave the rest. We'll deal with it after closing.
Questions to ask any cash buyer in Moreno Valley
You'll get plenty of texts, calls and postcards from companies that "buy houses." Before you sign with anyone, including us, ask:
- Are you the one buying my house, with your own money?
- Whose name will be on the deed after closing?
- Does the contract say "and/or assigns" after your name?
- When could the price change, and what would you show me if it did?
- Which escrow and title company will we use?
A real buyer can answer all of these quickly. If the answers get vague, read No Middlemen: What Wholesalers Don't Tell You before you go any further.
Getting ready without fixing anything
You don't need to repair, paint or stage. A few things do help us give you a solid offer faster:
- A rough list of what you know needs work, and anything that's been repaired recently.
- Your mortgage company and approximate balance, plus any HOA name.
- Whether anyone is living in the house, and the lease if there's a tenant.
- Who is on title, and whether everyone who needs to sign is reachable.
If the house is part of an estate, a divorce or a bankruptcy, let us know up front. Those situations are common, but they change who signs and when, and you'll want an attorney's advice on your side.
Nearby areas we buy
We buy throughout Riverside County, from Riverside to Perris, Beaumont and the cities along the 215 and 15, and next door in San Bernardino County. If your house is in Moreno Valley or close by, call us at (909) 833-4848 or start with your address. If it isn't a fit for us, we'll tell you honestly and still point you toward a good way to sell.
*Cash advance of up to $30,000 is available case by case, on qualifying homes and situations only, and is subject to our review of the property and title. Any advance is subtracted from your proceeds at closing. It’s money paid to you, never a fee: we never ask sellers to pay us anything up front.
This article is general information, not legal, tax or financial advice. Every situation is different, so talk to a real estate attorney, CPA or other qualified professional about yours.