Not sure whether to accept a cash offer or list your house on the open market? Our free real estate consultation helps you compare both options, including potential sale prices, closing costs, repairs, and how much you could walk away with. Get clear answers and make an informed decision that fits your timeline and goals.
Not sure whether to take a cash offer or list your house? Call (706) 670-6886 or fill out the form below.
Free Real Estate Consulting for Rome Sellers Who Want Straight Answers
Most people only get one side of the story when they sell a house. A real estate agent will usually tell you to list it. A cash buyer will usually tell you to sell it to them. Each one is pitching the only thing they offer. That makes it hard to know what’s actually best for you.
We are set up a little differently. We Are Home Buyers buys houses for cash in Rome. Our founder, Grant Garab, is also a licensed REALTOR® with Prestige Home Brokers. That means we can lay both options side by side: a cash sale to us, or a listing on the open market. Then you pick.
That’s what our free real estate consultation is. It’s a no-pressure sit-down, at your kitchen table or over the phone. We look at your house, your timeline, and what you owe. Then we show you, in writing, what you would likely walk away with each way. Some sellers choose cash. Some choose to list. Some decide to wait. All three are fine with us. If you’d rather start with a quick cash number, We Are Home Buyers can give you that too.
Cash Offer or Listing: What We Compare for You
The real question is not “which price is higher?” It’s “which option puts more money in my pocket, on a timeline I can live with?” Here is what we line up for you in our side-by-side comparison, which is often called a net sheet.
The likely sale price: For a listing, we look at recent sales of similar homes near you. For a cash sale, it’s our written offer.
Agent commission: A listing usually has one. A direct cash sale to us does not.
Closing costs: Who pays what at the closing attorney’s office.
Repairs: What a retail buyer’s inspection is likely to ask for, and what that might cost.
Buyer requests: Many buyers ask the seller to help with their closing costs.
Holding costs: Your mortgage, taxes, insurance, and utilities for each month the house is for sale.
Time: How long a listing is likely to take, from the first showing to the closing.
Risk: What happens if a buyer’s loan or inspection falls through.
When these are all on one page, the answer is usually clear. Sometimes the higher list price wins by a lot. Sometimes the costs and the wait eat up most of the difference. Either way, you’ll see the real numbers before you choose.
We Are Home Buyers Reviews
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“I’m a local contractor & I’ve had the pleasure of working w/Grant & his team on several of their projects. I’ve worked w/several real-estate teams, investors, fix & flippers, etc… Grant & his team have gone Above & Beyond on every job I’ve been apart of thus far. Great team, Great Guy!”
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When Listing Your Rome House Makes More Sense
We’ll be honest. A cash sale is not always the best choice. Here are the times we often tell sellers that listing is likely the better move.
If your house is in good shape and has been kept up, retail buyers will usually pay more for it than an investor will. A move-in-ready brick ranch in West Rome or a well-kept home near Berry College often fits this case. If you have time, listing can work well too. In 2026, the median home in Floyd County has spent roughly two months on the market. After that, a financed sale still needs several more weeks to close. If you can wait that long and keep paying the bills, the extra money may be worth it.
Listing can also be the better pick when you have a lot of equity and no money pressure. The same goes for when the house would appeal to first-time buyers who use loans.
When listing is the better fit, Grant can list the home through Prestige Home Brokers, or you can hire any agent you like. You’ll leave the consultation knowing what your house should sell for and what it should net you. That’s useful no matter who you hire. We Are Home Buyers has more about Grant’s agent side on our Rome REALTOR® page.
When a Cash Sale Is the Better Choice
Other times, the numbers point the other way. Here is when a direct cash sale often comes out ahead, even with a lower price on paper.
The house needs work: A roof, a foundation repair, old wiring, or a dated kitchen can scare off buyers who need a loan.
A deadline is coming: A foreclosure sale, a tax sale, a job move, or a divorce date doesn’t wait for a buyer to show up.
It’s an estate: Heirs may live far away, and no one wants to manage repairs, showings, and cleanouts.
There are tenants: Selling a rental with people living in it is hard to do with showings.
Carrying costs are high: Every month on the market means another mortgage payment, tax bill, and insurance bill.
You want certainty: A cash sale doesn’t depend on a buyer’s bank saying yes.
In these cases, the “higher” listing price often shrinks once you subtract repairs, commission, buyer requests, and months of bills. We’ll show you that math plainly. If you’re in one of these situations, We Are Home Buyers buys houses as-is, and We Are Home Buyers can help you stop a foreclosure before the auction.
Get Both Numbers Before You Decide
One free consultation shows you a cash offer and a listing estimate side by side, in writing.
Our consultation is simple, and it doesn’t cost you anything. Here’s how it usually goes.
First, you call us or fill out the form. We ask a few questions about the house, what you owe, and when you’d like to be moved. Next, we set a time to walk through the house. We know Rome well, from Garden Lakes to Between the Rivers to Lindale. So we can usually come out within a day or two. If you live out of state, we can walk it for you and send photos.
After the walkthrough, we pull recent sales from your part of Floyd County. We look at the condition and what a buyer would likely ask you to fix. Then we put together your side-by-side comparison. It shows a written cash offer from We Are Home Buyers. It also shows an honest listing estimate with commission, closing costs, likely repairs, and time on the market.
Then we sit down and go over it with you. You can ask anything. You can take the numbers to your family, your attorney, or another agent. There’s no deadline and no pressure. If you choose to sell to us, our closing attorney takes it from there. If you choose to list, Grant can help with that, or you can hire anyone you trust.
How Do I Choose Real Estate Consultants in Rome, GA?
Choose real estate consultants by reviewing their experience, services, communication, and understanding of the local market. Compare the available selling options, expected timelines, and transaction terms to find a solution that matches your property and goals. We Are Home Buyers helps homeowners in Rome, GA, explore home-selling options, including direct cash sales and traditional listings. Homeowners can review these options to determine which approach best fits their needs.
Who Are the Best Real Estate Consultants in Rome, GA?
The best real estate consultants are those who understand your goals, explain your options clearly, and provide services suited to your situation. Review their reputation, experience, and approach to selling homes before making a decision. We Are Home Buyers serves homeowners in Rome, GA, who want to explore different ways to sell their properties. The company offers a direct home-buying option for sellers interested in a cash sale.
Who Our Real Estate Consulting Is For
Our consultations are built for people who own property in Rome and Floyd County and are thinking about selling. That includes a lot of different situations. Here are the ones we sit down with most.
Homeowners who just want to know their options before they call an agent. Families who inherited a house and need to decide whether to sell, rent, or keep it. We Are Home Buyers explains the probate side on our inherited house page. Landlords who are tired of tenants and repairs. Owners who are behind on payments or property taxes and need to know how much time they have. Owners of vacant lots or rural acreage can see how We Are Home Buyers buys land for cash.
We focus on sellers. If you’re looking to buy a home or an investment property, Grant can talk with you about that through Prestige Home Brokers. But that’s a separate conversation.
Whatever your situation, the goal is the same. We want you to make the decision with real numbers in front of you, not a sales pitch. That’s how we’d want our own family treated.
Can Real Estate Consultants Help Me Sell an Inherited House in Rome, GA?
Real estate consultants can help homeowners evaluate options for selling an inherited house, including a traditional listing or a direct cash sale. The right approach depends on the property’s condition, ownership documentation, and the seller’s timeline. We Are Home Buyers helps homeowners in Rome, GA, explore direct cash sales for inherited properties, including homes that may need repairs. Sellers can request a cash offer and discuss a closing timeline that suits their circumstances.
Can Real Estate Consultants Help Me Sell My House Fast?
Yes, real estate consultants can help homeowners evaluate selling options and determine a suitable approach for their timeline. A direct cash sale may offer a faster alternative to a traditional listing, depending on the property’s condition, title status, and closing requirements. We Are Home Buyers helps homeowners in Rome, GA, sell houses in various conditions, including inherited, vacant, and repair-needed properties. The company provides cash offers and works with sellers to establish a closing date that fits their circumstances.
Written by Grant Garab, Founder of We Are Home Buyers
Grant Garab is a Marine Corps veteran, a licensed REALTOR® with Prestige Home Brokers, and the founder of We Are Home Buyers in Rome. Because he both buys houses for cash and lists them on the market, he sits down with sellers to compare the two before they decide. This page was reviewed by Natalie Garab, our co-owner and CFO, who manages our closings with local attorneys.
Book Your Free Real Estate Consultation
Selling a house is a big decision, and you deserve to understand your options before committing to a sale. During your free consultation, we’ll review your property’s condition, discuss your timeline, and compare a direct cash offer with an estimate of what you could net by listing on the open market. You’ll see the potential costs, proceeds, and trade-offs side by side so you can decide which option makes the most sense for your situation. There’s no obligation to sell to us, and you can take the information home to discuss with your family or trusted advisor. Fill out the form below to get started, and we’ll contact you to arrange a convenient time.
Tell us about the house. We’ll call you back, usually the same day, to set up a time.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What does a real estate consultant do for a home seller?
A real estate consultant helps a home seller understand their options before they decide how to sell. That usually means looking at the home’s value, its condition, the seller’s timeline, and what they owe. A good consultant then compares the choices, like listing with an agent or selling for cash, and shows the likely money the seller would walk away with each way. In Rome, our consultations are free. They are led by Grant Garab, who is a licensed REALTOR® and also buys houses for cash. You get both sides in one meeting.
Are Real Estate Consultants Worth Hiring in Rome, GA?
Real estate consultants can be valuable when homeowners need guidance comparing selling options, understanding transaction terms, and choosing a suitable approach. The benefits depend on the property’s condition, the seller’s goals, and whether a traditional listing or direct sale offers the best fit. We Are Home Buyers helps homeowners in Rome, GA, explore solutions for selling properties without the usual demands of repairs, showings, or agent commissions on a direct purchase. Homeowners can request a no-obligation cash offer and compare their options before deciding.
Is your real estate consultation in Rome, GA really free?
Yes, our real estate consultation in Rome is free, and there’s no obligation to sell to us or list with us. We walk through the house, pull recent sales nearby, and give you a written side-by-side comparison. It shows a cash offer and a listing estimate. You can keep the numbers and use them however you want. Many sellers share them with family or an attorney before they decide. We offer it for free because it helps people trust us. When a cash sale is the better fit, those sellers often choose to work with us.
Are you a real estate agent or a cash home buyer?
We are both, which is what makes our consultation different. We Are Home Buyers is a local company that buys houses for cash in Rome and Floyd County. Our founder, Grant Garab, is also a licensed REALTOR® with Prestige Home Brokers. That lets us show you a direct cash offer and a traditional listing side by side. If the cash offer makes more sense, we can buy the house. If listing makes more sense, Grant can list it, or you can hire any agent you like.
How do I know if I should sell my house for cash or list it?
To know whether to sell for cash or list, compare what you would actually walk away with each way, not just the price. A listing often has a higher sale price. But you may pay commission, closing costs, repairs, and buyer requests. You’ll also carry the house while it’s on the market. A cash sale usually has a lower price, but fewer costs and a faster, surer closing. A side-by-side net sheet puts all of this on one page. Ask for one before you sign anything with anyone.
What is a seller net sheet?
A seller net sheet is a one-page estimate of how much money you would walk away with after selling your house. It starts with the sale price. Then it subtracts the mortgage payoff, any commission, closing costs, and taxes owed. It also subtracts repairs, buyer requests, and other costs. When we do a consultation in Rome, we make two net sheets: one for a cash sale to us and one for a listing. Seeing them side by side makes it much easier to tell which option is really better for you.
How long does it take to sell a house in Floyd County by listing it?
Listing a house in Floyd County often takes a few months from start to finish. In 2026, the median home spent roughly two months on the market before going under contract. After that, a buyer using a loan usually needs several more weeks to close. Homes that need repairs, or are priced too high, can take longer. Homes in great shape and priced right can go faster. During that time, you keep paying the mortgage, taxes, insurance, and utilities. Those costs belong on your net sheet too.
Do I have to sell to you after the consultation?
No, you do not have to sell to us after the consultation. The written cash offer and the listing estimate are yours to keep. There’s no deadline and no contract to sign at the meeting. Some sellers take our cash offer. Some list with Grant or with another agent. Some decide to wait or keep the house. Any of those choices is fine with us. Our goal is for you to make the decision with real numbers, not to push you into one answer.
Can you help if my house needs a lot of repairs?
Yes, we can help if your house needs a lot of repairs, and that’s one of the most common reasons sellers ask for a consultation. Major repairs can make a listing harder, because many buyers’ lenders won’t approve a house in poor shape. In the consultation, we estimate what repairs a retail buyer would likely want and what they could cost. Then we compare that with a cash offer to buy the house as-is. Sometimes fixing a few things and listing wins. Sometimes selling as-is wins. We’ll show you which.
Do you offer consulting for inherited houses and land?
Yes, we offer consultations for inherited houses and land in Rome and Floyd County. For an inherited house, we also talk through who has the legal right to sign, how probate works at the Floyd County Probate Court, and what to do with the house while you wait. For land, we look at road access, zoning, utilities, flood zones, and taxes. The goal is the same as with any house. We want you to see what selling for cash and selling on the market would each look like before you choose.
What should I have ready for a real estate consultation?
For a real estate consultation, it helps to have a few things ready, but none of them are required. A recent mortgage statement shows what you owe. Your property tax bill shows whether taxes are current. A list of repairs or problems you know about helps us estimate costs. Know your ideal timeline, too. If the house is inherited, have the death certificate and any probate papers. If you don’t have something, that’s okay. We can look up a lot of it in public records and fill in the rest together.
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