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House Junkies Frequently Asked Questions

The most common questions we hear from Central Valley homeowners.

The Basics

How does selling my house to House Junkies work?

Fill out our form or call us with your property address. We research the property and present a fair, no-obligation cash offer, usually within 24 hours. If you accept, you pick the closing date and we handle the rest. The four steps are laid out on our How It Works page.

Do I have to make any repairs before selling?

No. We buy houses as-is, in any condition, including major repair needs, fire or water damage, and code violations.

Are there any fees or commissions?

No. We cover closing costs and there are no agent commissions, since you're selling directly to us, not listing on the market.

How fast can you close?

You choose the date. Most of our deals close in 14 days, we can close as fast as 7 if you need to, or later if you need more time to move.

How do you calculate my cash offer?

From four real numbers: after-repair value based on closed comps, our actual renovation cost estimate from our own construction crew, holding and closing costs, and our margin. See the full breakdown on our How We Calculate Your Offer page.

Do you charge anything for the initial offer?

No. The cash offer is always free and comes with no obligation to accept it.

Can I speak with someone in Spanish?

Yes, ¡se habla español!

About House Junkies

Is House Junkies a legitimate company?

Yes. We're part of Ulloa Investment Group, which includes House Junkies (acquisitions), House Junkies Construction (CA LIC#1077593), and Legacy Real Estate (DRE #02165291). We're BBB Accredited with an A+ rating and are ranked #1 in Visalia by transaction volume per SFR Analytics, Sept 2026.

How long has House Junkies been buying houses?

House Junkies was incorporated in 2019 and has bought 350+ homes over 7+ years in the Central Valley. Our office is at 801 W Main Street, Visalia, CA 93291, and you can walk in during business hours (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM).

Who will I actually talk to?

You will talk to our team in Visalia. Abel Ulloa is the Owner and CEO, and Dominic McClelland runs day-to-day operations. You can call (559) 368-8956 and ask for either of them. You can see everyone on our team page.

How are House Junkies, House Junkies Construction, and Legacy Real Estate connected?

All three are owned by Ulloa Investment Group. House Junkies buys houses. House Junkies Construction is the licensed general contractor that renovates them. Legacy Real Estate is the brokerage that lists them for sale. Because they share ownership, we can tell you what your house would list for on the open market and what we would pay for it as-is, in the same conversation.

Are you a real buyer, or do you just pass my contract to someone else?

We renovate the houses we buy with our own licensed crew (CA LIC#1077593) and sell them through our own brokerage. We are not just passing your contract to a stranger. You can see real houses we have bought on our recent purchases page.

Can I see houses you have actually bought?

Yes. Our projects page shows real houses we have bought, with what we paid for each one. We have bought 350+ homes over 7+ years, and that page is a snapshot of recent ones.

Where We Buy

What areas do you buy houses in?

Tulare, Kings, Fresno, and Kern counties, and beyond, including Visalia, Tulare, Porterville, Fresno, Bakersfield, and the surrounding smaller cities. See our full service area for the complete list.

Do you buy houses in small towns, not just big cities?

Yes. We buy in small Central Valley towns as well as the larger cities. If you do not see your town listed, call us anyway and tell us where the house is.

Do you buy houses outside the Central Valley?

We also buy on the Central Coast and in the Eastern Sierra. Our service area page lists every city we have a page for, and you can also browse by county. If your house is somewhere else, call us and ask.

I do not live in Visalia. Do I have to come to your office?

No. You can start with a phone call or our online form. Escrow can arrange for signing with a notary, so you do not have to be in town to sell. If you live out of the area, read about selling when you are relocating.

Your Situation

Every one of these has its own page with more detail.

Do you buy houses in any situation?

Yes: inherited property, probate, foreclosure, divorce, fire or water damage, code violations, tenant-occupied rentals, vacant properties, liens, and simple as-is sales. See our situations page for details on each.

Will you buy my house if it's occupied by tenants?

Yes, we buy occupied rentals regularly and can work with the situation as-is, tenants included. More on that is on our page about selling a house with tenants.

What if my house is in probate or I inherited it?

We buy probate and inherited properties as-is, including homes still full of belongings. See our probate page for how California probate actually works and how we can help before it fully closes. We also have a page for inherited property.

Can I sell if I still owe money on the house?

Yes. If there is a mortgage or a lien on the house, the payoff is taken out of the sale at closing through escrow and you get what is left. We walk through the numbers with you before you accept anything. Read more about selling a house with liens.

What if I am behind on my payments or facing foreclosure?

Call us as early as you can. Foreclosure has deadlines, and the more time there is, the more choices you have. We make cash offers on houses in default and can close fast. Our foreclosure page explains the stages. We are not a law firm, so for legal advice about your loan, talk to an attorney.

Do you buy houses with code violations?

Yes. We buy houses with open code violations and unpermitted work. You do not have to fix anything first. Read more on our code violations page.

Will you buy a house that has fire or water damage?

Yes. We buy houses with fire damage and water damage as-is. Our own construction crew does the repair work, so we price it from real numbers. See our pages on fire damage and water damage.

What if the house is full of belongings or hoarded?

You do not have to clean it out first. We buy houses that are still full of belongings, and we do not judge. Read more on our page about selling a hoarder house.

Can I sell if the house is vacant?

Yes. Vacant houses can be a headache because of theft, damage, and city notices, and we buy them as-is. See our page on selling a vacant house.

What if we are selling because of a divorce?

We buy houses in divorce situations and can work around both sides' schedules. Our divorce page covers it in more detail.

Cash Offer vs. Listing

Why is a cash offer usually lower than what I could list for?

A listed house usually needs repairs, showings, a commission, and 60 to 90 days or more to close. A cash offer skips all of that, and we have to cover our renovation costs and a margin. If listing would net you more, we will tell you. See the side-by-side on our Cash Offer vs. Listing page.

Would I be better off listing my house?

Sometimes, yes. If your house is in good shape and you are not in a hurry, listing can net more. Because we are connected to Legacy Real Estate, we can tell you honestly which way fits your situation, even if that means listing it.

What does selling as-is actually mean?

It means you sell the house in the condition it is in today. No repairs, no repainting, no cleaning, no staging, and no fixing things an inspector might find. See our as-is page.

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Cash Offer vs. Listing

Why Sell to House Junkies Instead of a Market Listing

Listing will get you top dollar with the right timing and a house that is market ready. For homes that need work, here is how the options actually stack up.

Our Way

Selling to House Junkies

  • Sell It As-Is

    No repairs, no cleaning, no property clean-out. Leave the house exactly how it is, and leave behind anything you do not want.

  • No Commissions or Fees

    There is no agent to pay and nothing comes out of your check for us. The number on the offer is the number you get.

  • We Pay the Closing Costs

    Escrow, title, and closing costs are on us, so there are no surprises at the closing table.

  • A Cash Offer That Holds

    We close with our own capital, so there is no buyer's loan to fall through and no lender appraisal to blow up the deal.

  • You Pick the Closing Date

    Most deals close in 14 days, as fast as 7 if you need to, or later if you need time to move.

Get My Cash Offer

Listing With an Agent

  • Repairs and Prep First

    Buyers and their inspectors expect a house that is ready to go. Fixes, cleaning, and staging usually come out of your pocket.

  • Commissions Come Out of Your Sale

    Agent commissions usually run 5-6% of the sale price, plus marketing and other costs.

  • Seller Closing Costs

    Title, escrow, transfer tax, and any repair credits the buyer asks for after inspection get paid out of your proceeds.

  • Deals Can Fall Through

    Most buyers need a loan. If their financing or the appraisal falls short, you can end up back on the market when you need to move.

  • Longer, Less Certain Timeline

    Showings, offers, inspections, and loan approval often take 60 to 90 days or more, with open houses along the way.

See the Full Cash Offer vs. Listing Comparison →

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What People Say About House Junkies

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“Had a great experience working with House Junkies Inc. Dominic Mclleland helped me purchase a distressed property and made the whole process way easier than I expected. He was easy to work…”

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