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How Long Does It Take to Sell to an Investor?

If you've ever sold a home the traditional way, you know it can drag on for months — prepping, listing, showings, negotiations, and financing that falls through at the last minute. Selling to a cash investor is built to skip all of that. Here's what the timeline actually looks like.

7–14 days
Typical cash-sale close
30–90+ days
Traditional market average
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Repairs, fees & commissions

The short answer

Most cash sales to a reputable investor close in 7 to 14 days. The reason it's so much faster than the open market is simple: there's no mortgage lender, no appraisal contingency, no repair list, and no waiting for the “right” buyer to come along. The investor already has the funds and buys the home exactly as it sits.

On the traditional market, the same sale often takes 30 to 90 days or more— and that's after you've spent weeks getting the house ready to list.

The timeline, step by step
1
Day 1

Request your offer

Share a few details about your property. No cleaning, staging, or listing photos required.

2
Days 1–2

Walkthrough & cash offer

A quick in-person or virtual look at the home, then a fair, no-obligation cash offer — as-is.

3
Days 2–3

You choose the closing date

Accept the offer and pick a date that works for you. Need more time to move? That's fine too.

4
Days 7–14

Close & get paid

Sign at a local title company and receive your funds. No agent commissions, no repair credits.

What can speed it up — or slow it down

  • A clear title with no unresolved liens closes fastest — title issues are the most common delay.
  • You skip repairs and cleaning entirely; the investor buys as-is, so prep time is zero.
  • Flexible closing dates mean you set the pace — close in a week or take a month to move.
  • Probate, divorce, or multiple owners can add a few days while paperwork is finalized.

Ready to see your timeline?

Get a fair, no-obligation cash offer on your Minneapolis or St. Paul home. No repairs, no fees, and you choose the closing date.