Selling to SOS Home Offers vs. Listing With a Local Augusta Agent
Before you decide how to sell your house in Augusta, GA, see the clear, side-by-side comparison below. We outline the key differences in costs, timeline, and risks when choosing a local agent vs. a guaranteed cash home sale from SOS Home Offers.
| Selling w/ An Agent | SOLD To SOS Home Offers | |
|---|---|---|
| Commissions / Fees: | Up to 6%, paid by you, the seller | NONE |
| Who Pays Closing Costs? | 2% on average is paid by you, the seller | NONE – We pay all costs |
| Inspection & Financing Contingency | Yes, sales can fall through. | NONE |
| Appraisal Needed: | Yes, the sale is often subject to appraisal. | NONE – We make cash-offers |
| Average Days Until Sold: | +/- 91 Days | IMMEDIATE CASH OFFER |
| Number of Showings: | It Depends | 1 (Just Us) |
| Closing Date: | 30-60+/- days after accepting the buyer’s offer | The date of YOUR CHOICE |
| Who Pays For Repairs? | Negotiated during the inspection period | NONE – We pay for all repairs |
Agent vs. Cash Buyer: The True Cost Breakdown and Fees
Commissions, Closing Costs, and Your Net Cash Offer
When you sell with a traditional Augusta agent, you will typically pay up to 6% in commissions and an average of 2% in closing costs to the buyer. This means 8% of the final sale price is deducted before you even see the money. With SOS Home Offers, we eliminate all of that. We charge zero commissions and zero fees, and we pay the closing costs. This guarantees you know your net cash offer upfront, with no hidden surprises at the closing table.
Who Pays for Repairs When Selling AS-IS in Georgia?
One of the biggest differences is the repair process. With an agent, repairs are often negotiated during the inspection period, costing you money and delaying closing. We simplify the entire process. SOS Home Offers buys your house 100% AS-IS in Augusta and all of Georgia. You don’t need to clean, paint, or fix anything—we handle all repairs, cleanup, and junk removal after closing. This saves you time, effort, and significant money.
Risk, Timeline, and Contingency Comparison
Inspection & Appraisal Contingency Explained
Listing your house always involves risk and uncertainty. Sales with an agent require the buyer to secure bank financing and are subjected to a successful appraisal (which can fail if the valuation is too low) and an inspection contingency(where the buyer can walk away or demand large repair credits). Our cash offers eliminate all contingencies, providing a guaranteed, no-risk cash home sale with 100% certainty.
Speed: Average Days Until Sold and Your Closing Date
The average time to sell a house in the Augusta market with an agent is +/- 91 days, often involving weeks of multiple showings that disrupt your life. We offer an IMMEDIATE CASH OFFER and close on the date YOU CHOOSE, often in 7-14 days. If you are facing a time-sensitive issue like foreclosure, this speed and certainty is irreplaceable.
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