Frequently Asked Questions

We buy your home directly with our own cash — no MLS listing, no agent, no showings, and no open houses. We are the actual buyer. This is what makes the process so fast and private. You won't find your house on Zillow or Realtor.com.

It's three simple steps: (1) Fill out our 60-second form or call Scott directly at (775) 351-9361. (2) Scott personally reviews your property and calls you with a fair cash offer — usually within 24 hours. (3) If you accept, we open escrow with a local title company, sign documents (often with a mobile notary), and you get paid on the date you choose. See the full process →

You'll talk directly to Scott Durham — every time. We are not a national chain, a hedge fund, or an automated iBuyer platform. Scott personally handles every inquiry, every offer, and every closing. You'll have his direct number from day one.

Absolutely none. Getting a cash offer from Sell Fast AZ is completely free and carries zero obligation. There's no credit check, no appraisal fee, and no commitment of any kind. If the offer isn't right for you, just say no — no hard feelings, no follow-up pressure calls.

Not a single thing. Don't clean, don't repair, don't stage. We assess properties honestly in whatever condition they're in. You can even leave behind furniture, appliances, and belongings you don't want — we handle the rest after closing.

Our offers are always based on real, current Arizona market data — not an algorithm or a lowball script. We're completely transparent about how we arrive at our number. Our offers are typically below full retail value (because we buy as-is and cover all costs), but for most sellers the speed, certainty, and zero hassle more than make up the difference. If our offer isn't right for you, we'll tell you honestly and won't pressure you to accept.

Zero. There are no agent commissions, no listing fees, no closing costs, and no hidden charges of any kind. The cash offer Scott makes you is the exact amount that will be deposited in your account at closing. We cover all transaction costs on our side.

We look at four key things: (1) Recent comparable sales in your specific neighborhood. (2) The current condition of your property and estimated repair costs. (3) The carrying costs involved in renovating and reselling. (4) Your timeline and unique situation. Scott walks through every factor with you on the call — there's nothing hidden about our process.

Our offers are typically valid for 30 days. Market conditions can change, so if you need more time, just call Scott — he'll do his best to honor the offer or re-evaluate fairly. There's never any pressure to decide on the spot.

In most situations, we can close in as little as 7 days from the day you sign the purchase agreement. Title work and a few signatures are all that stand between you and your cash. If you need more time — 30, 60, or 90 days — we're completely flexible. You pick the date.

We work with local Arizona title companies that can arrange mobile notaries — so signing can often happen at your home, a coffee shop, or wherever is most convenient for you. If you're out of state, we can coordinate remote signing options. Closing should be easy, not another errand.

We understand that life doesn't always follow a schedule. If you need a few extra days after closing to remove belongings, just ask — in most cases we can accommodate a short post-closing occupancy period. Scott is flexible and human about these situations.

Extremely unlikely. Because we pay all-cash with no mortgage involved, there's no financing contingency and no bank approval to wait on. The most common reason traditional sales fall apart — financing — simply doesn't apply to us. Once you sign with us, we are committed.

Not at all. We buy homes completely as-is — that means any condition, any level of disrepair, any amount of clutter. Don't spend money on repairs or updates. We factor the condition into our offer and take care of everything ourselves after closing.

Yes. We regularly buy homes with significant damage, including fire damage, water damage, mold, structural issues, and more. Other buyers may walk away from these properties — we don't. We'll make you a fair offer regardless of the damage.

Yes. We buy tenant-occupied properties, including ones with difficult tenants, unpaid rent, or eviction situations. You don't have to resolve the tenant situation before selling — we handle it after closing. We have experience with even the most challenging rental situations.

In many cases, yes. We work with experienced local Arizona title companies who can often help resolve lien and title issues as part of the closing process. Call Scott directly at (775) 351-9361 to discuss your specific situation — complicated doesn't mean impossible.

Yes. Scott Durham is a licensed Arizona Real Estate Agent (License #SA63577000) affiliated with HomeSmart Real Estate, one of Arizona's most established brokerages. Being licensed means Scott is held to the professional and ethical standards of the Arizona Department of Real Estate — and you have legal protections throughout the transaction. You can verify his license anytime at azre.gov.

Scott Durham has been working in real estate since 2004 — over 20 years. He has personally helped more than 500 families navigate the home-selling process in situations ranging from foreclosure and divorce to inherited properties and major repairs. This isn't a side project — it's his full-time profession and his reputation.

Every transaction closes through a licensed Arizona title company, not directly through us. The title company holds all funds in escrow, performs the title search, issues title insurance, and disburses your proceeds at closing. This is the same secure process used in any standard real estate sale — your funds and your interests are fully protected.

We primarily serve Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Peoria, Surprise, Tucson, Avondale, Goodyear, and surrounding communities throughout Arizona. If you're in a neighboring area, call Scott anyway — he may still be able to help or connect you with someone he trusts. See all service areas →