Los Angeles County has more than 80 cities and a huge range of housing, from 1920s bungalows in Highland Park and Eagle Rock to tract homes in the Antelope Valley. A lot of the homes we hear about were bought decades ago, have deferred maintenance, and don't fit neatly into a traditional listing with showings, inspections and repair requests.
Common reasons LA County homeowners call us
Inherited homes and probate. Many LA homes have been in one family for 30, 40 or 50 years. When an owner passes away, heirs often face a house full of belongings, older plumbing or wiring, and a probate case. Probate matters in the county are handled by the Los Angeles County Superior Court, with the main probate department at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse downtown. If the property is in probate, the personal representative usually needs to follow the court's process, and we can work around that timeline. See our guide on selling inherited property in California.
Fire and water damage. From wildfire-affected areas in the foothills to burst pipes in older Valley homes, damaged properties are hard to list. We look at homes as they are. Read more about selling a fire- or water-damaged house.
Tired landlords. LA has a large share of renter households and its own rent rules in many cities. Some owners of duplexes and older rentals in places like Long Beach and Inglewood simply want out. See selling a rental property as-is.
Whatever the reason, you choose whether a direct sale makes sense. Learn more about how we help homeowners.
Local process: what to expect in Los Angeles County
Deeds and other property documents in the county are recorded with the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk, and property taxes are billed by the Treasurer and Tax Collector. A title or escrow company handles the recording and payoffs at closing, so you don't have to visit those offices yourself. We don't provide legal or tax advice. If your sale involves probate, divorce, liens or tax questions, we recommend speaking with an attorney or tax professional.
How it works
- Tell us about the property. Call (855) 605-4111 or fill out our form. Share the address, condition and your timeline.
- We review and make an offer. We may ask to walk through the home. Then we present a written cash offer with no obligation.
- You pick the closing date. If you accept, a licensed escrow and title company handles the paperwork. You choose the close date. We close on your timeline once title and escrow can convey. Timing is never guaranteed.
Please note: Max Value Offer is not a real estate broker or agent. We buy homes for cash and may assign the purchase contract. We market our contractual / equitable interest. We are not your listing broker and we may not be the end buyer. Title still closes through escrow. Our offer may be less than what you could get by listing on the open market with repairs; a direct sale trades some price for speed and convenience. Compare your options.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to make repairs or clean out the house?
No. We review homes as-is. You can leave items you don't want, and we'll discuss that during the offer.
How fast can you close in Los Angeles County?
You choose the close date. We close on your timeline once title and escrow can convey. Timing is never guaranteed.
Are you real estate agents?
No. Max Value Offer is a home-buying company, not a real estate brokerage, and we don't list homes. We may assign our purchase contract to another buyer, and we tell you that up front.
Is there any cost or obligation to get an offer?
No. Requesting an offer is free and you're under no obligation to accept it. We encourage you to compare options, including listing with an agent.
Do you buy condos and multi-unit buildings in LA County?
We review single-family homes, condos, townhomes and small multi-unit properties. Send us the address and details and we'll tell you if it's a fit.
Get your cash offer in Los Angeles County
Ready to see what a direct sale could look like? Request your no-obligation cash offer or call (855) 605-4111. Not sure yet? Read our guide to selling a house as-is in California.