What does it mean to sell a house as is?

When someone sells a home as is, the buyer agrees to accept its current condition — with no negotiation over repairs or upgrades. It’s often used when a seller cannot afford the time or money needed to fix a home in poor condition. Read More.

Do you have to follow required disclosure laws when selling as is?

An as is sale doesn’t waive the seller’s legal responsibilities. In some cases, failing to disclose a known issue could even constitute fraud. Each state has specific requirements for what sellers are legally obligated to disclose to buyers. Read More.

Who buys homes as is?

In general, there are two routes you can take while selling a home as is: selling to an individual or selling to a company. Read More.

Should I make repairs or sell my home as is?

The honest answer is: it depends. In some markets, sellers who list their home as is might have multiple offers within a week — while other homes could sit on the market, even after extensive repairs. Read More.

Katy Byrom

Content Writer

Katy Byrom is a content writer for Clever Real Estate, focusing primarily on non-traditional home sales and related trends. She's passionate about helping people unpack the complexities of real estate and make more informed decisions around buying, selling, and investing.

Prior to joining clever, she held roles as a writer, editor, content manager, and marketing director for various nonprofits and startups. Her real estate writing has been featured in publications such as MSN, Media Feed, Real Estate Witch, and Home Bay.

Expertise: Non-traditional home sale; real estate commission; real estate market trends.

Education: BA - San Diego State University; MA - Pepperdine University

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