Updated October 2026
When it's time to sell, the traditional real estate market isn't your only option. More homeowners are choosing to sell off-market — skipping the listings, showings, and weeks of waiting — in favor of faster, more straightforward paths to closing.
This guide covers the major iBuyer companies and cash buyers operating today, breaks down how they work, and explains why Wedgewood Homes may be the right fit for sellers who want speed, simplicity, and no surprises.
What Are iBuyer Companies and Cash Buyers?
iBuyer companies use technology to generate fast cash offers on homes, typically within 24–48 hours. Cash buyers — like real estate investors — purchase homes directly without relying on traditional financing. Both options let you sell your house for cash, often on a much faster timeline than a traditional sale.
For homeowners who need to move quickly, avoid repairs, or just want certainty over the highest possible price, these options are worth understanding.
iBuyer Companies and Cash Buyers Compared
Here's a breakdown of the major players in the off-market space:
1. Opendoor
Opendoor is one of the largest and best-known iBuyer companies in the US. They make cash offers on eligible homes in select markets and can close in as little as two weeks. Sellers pay a service fee typically ranging from 5–8%, plus repair deductions after a home assessment. Opendoor has strict eligibility requirements — homes must meet certain price ranges and condition standards — and has scaled back acquisition volume in 2026 as part of a broader business restructuring. Verify current market availability and fee structure directly with Opendoor, as both are subject to change.
2. Offerpad
Offerpad directly purchases properties for cash and can offer flexible closing dates, which is useful if you need time to find your next place. Service fees currently run approximately 6% depending on your market, and sellers should expect repair deductions following Offerpad's home inspection. Offerpad operates in approximately 25 markets, primarily in the Sun Belt. Verify current fees and availability directly with Offerpad before proceeding.
3. Clever
Clever connects sellers with multiple cash buyers so you can compare offers side by side. It's a good option if you want to shop around, but the process takes longer than going direct, and you'll need to evaluate each buyer yourself.
4. HomeLight
HomeLight offers a cash offer program and can also connect you with a traditional agent if you prefer that route. Sellers who want a professional guiding the process — while still prioritizing speed — may appreciate this approach.
5. Knock
Knock focuses on sellers who are buying and selling simultaneously. Their Bridge Loan program provides financing so you can purchase your next home before your current one sells, without owning two properties at once. Knock charges a program fee of 2.25% plus a $1,850 loan fee, on top of standard real estate agent commissions and closing costs. Verify current availability and terms directly with Knock.
6. Orchard
Orchard provides a tech-driven experience focused on sellers who need to buy and sell simultaneously. Their Move First program lets you access your home equity to make a non-contingent offer on a new home before your current one sells. You'll pay a brokerage fee (typically 6%) plus a program fee of 1.9–2.4%. Verify current fees and market availability directly with Orchard.
7. 72Sold
72Sold uses a compressed marketing timeline — showings happen over a single weekend — designed to generate competition and higher offers. They work with local agents and charge standard real estate commissions, typically in the of 5–6% range. Confirm current terms directly with 72Sold. One important note: 72Sold removed its timeline guarantees from its website in 2025 and no longer promises a sale within any specific number of days.
8. Seller's Advantage
Seller's Advantage puts your home under contract and sells it to investors, taking a cut of the margin. This model works for some sellers, but the middleman structure means less transparency into who's actually buying your home and what they're paying.
How Wedgewood Homes Is Different
There are a lot of options out there for a cash offer on your house. Here's what sets Wedgewood Homes apart.
We're the end buyer — no middlemen.
When you get a cash offer from Wedgewood Homes, you're dealing directly with us. We don't broker your home to investors or shop it around. That means fewer handoffs, a faster process, and a straightforward transaction.
No fees, no hidden costs.
We don't charge service fees or commissions. The offer we make is what you walk away with — no deductions, no surprises at closing.
We don't sell your information.
When you reach out to us, your contact details stay with us. We're focused on buying your home, not monetizing your data.
We buy homes as-is.
No repairs required. Whether your home needs cosmetic updates or major work, you don't have to spend a dime before closing.
Flexible timelines.
Need to close in two weeks? Need a few months? We work on your schedule, not ours.
When Does Selling for Cash Make Sense?
Selling your house without listing it on the MLS is a great fit in a lot of situations:
- You need to sell fast — relocation, job change, or a timeline that doesn't allow months on the market
- Your home needs repairs you'd rather not deal with
- You're navigating foreclosure, divorce, or an inherited property
- You're a landlord ready to exit a rental
- You want certainty — a deal that won't fall through due to financing
If any of these sound familiar, selling your home fast for cash may be worth exploring.
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