“Close in 7 days” gets thrown around a lot. Is it real? It can be — but it helps to see exactly what happens and when, so there are no surprises. Here’s a realistic timeline of a cash sale, and what actually drives the speed.
Day 1 — First contact. You call or fill out the form and tell me the basics: where the house is, its rough condition, and your situation. Five minutes.
Days 1–2 — Walk-through. I come see the property in person — usually within a day or two, since I’m local. This is quick and low-key; you don’t clean or prep anything.
Days 2–3 — Written offer. I put together a fair cash offer based on comps and condition and walk you through the numbers. No obligation to accept.
Days 3–7+ — Title work. If you accept, the file goes to a local title company. They clear the title (confirm there are no liens or surprises) and prepare the closing documents. This step is the main thing that sets the pace — and it’s usually about a week.
Closing day — You get paid. You sign at the title company, hand over the keys, and walk away with your money. No repairs, no commissions, no last-minute renegotiation.
What can make it faster or slower
Faster: a clean title and a motivated seller who’s ready. Slower: title issues (old liens, probate not yet settled, unclear ownership), which take time to resolve no matter who’s buying. If you’re up against a hard deadline like a foreclosure sale date, tell me up front and I’ll push the pace where I can.
The bottom line
Seven days is genuinely possible, and I close on the date you choose — whether that’s next week or two months out. The speed comes from paying cash: no lender, no appraisal, no financing to fall through.
Need to know your timeline? Get a no-obligation cash offer or call/text (502) 414-8334. More on how I buy houses.