Three ways to sell. One local team.
Compare a fast cash offer, our Retail Advantage program, or a traditional listing. We’ll explain the real tradeoffs, answer your questions, and help you choose what fits—without the pressure.
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No obligation, no repairs, no showings. One 15–20 minute call and we’ll tell you what’s realistic — including when listing is the better move.
Seller-fit guide
About 60 seconds. You’ll see which path matches your goals—then tell us about the property in the form above.
Not sure which one fits? That is exactly where we start. We review the property, listen to what matters to you, and explain the tradeoffs in plain English. Take the 60-second seller-fit guide →
Different homes. Different needs.
You do not need a perfect house or a perfect plan before calling. We regularly speak with owners who simply want to understand their choices before making a move.
Tell Us About the PropertyReal houses. Hands-on experience.
Our team has purchased and worked through houses in every kind of condition. That real-world experience helps us explain each selling path clearly.
We look at condition, repair scope, buyer demand, timing, and the seller’s real priorities before recommending a path.
Let’s Review My Property
The house in these photos: flood damage and mold, closed in 22 daysA burst water line ruined the kitchen and floors. We bought it as-is so the family could pay for their father’s nursing care.Read the full story →
Devon Park: sold as-is, closed in 18 daysThe seller needed to move nine hours away to care for her mother. We closed fast and gave her a night to move out.Read the full story →A simple starting point
Our first job is to understand the property and your priorities—not to push you into one program.
Share the address, condition, timeline, and anything making the sale difficult.
Our local team studies the home, nearby sales, repairs, and current buyer demand.
We explain the realistic cash, Retail Advantage, and listing tradeoffs.
Move forward with the option that fits—or choose none. There is no obligation.
Side-by-side
The details depend on the property and written agreement, but this gives you a practical starting point.
| What matters | Cash Offer | Retail Advantage | Traditional Listing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best fit | Speed, simplicity, as-is sale | Balance of price potential and convenience | Full market exposure for a market-ready home |
| Typical timing | Often 21–30 days | Often 45–90 days | Depends on the market and buyer financing |
| Repairs | None required | Only work agreed in writing | Seller decides based on market strategy |
| Showings | No public showings | Planned buyer access | Regular retail-buyer showings |
| Market exposure | Direct sale to Homebuyers of NC | Marketed to an end buyer through a licensed broker | Full MLS listing through a licensed broker |
| Selling costs | No agent commission on our direct purchase | Program costs and seller amount are defined in writing | Standard listing commission and customary costs |
| Seller workload | Lowest | Low to moderate | Most traditional preparation and coordination |
Local knowledge matters
Locally founded in Wilmington in 2012, Homebuyers of NC has spent more than a decade buying and working on homes across coastal southeastern North Carolina. Our team understands the neighborhoods, property types, repair realities, and buyer expectations across these coastal markets.
Straight from local sellers
Every property and situation is different. Here’s what a few sellers shared about working with Homebuyers of NC.
Patrick Giarelli made a fair offer on my property. Our process moved quickly and we closed within 30 days. Patrick kept me updated every step of the way.
They made the process of selling my house quick and easy… Thank you Patrick Giarelli, especially, for your kindness, transparency and helping me through the whole process.
Patrick Giarelli delivered on time and to the dollar of our agreement. All done with terrific communication every step of the way.
Testimonials reflect individual experiences and do not guarantee a particular offer, closing date, or result.
Common questions
No. The first conversation is simply a way to understand the property and compare possible paths. You decide whether any option works for you.
A cash offer is usually the quickest and most direct. Retail Advantage takes more time because the home is marketed to an end buyer, but it may create more price potential while our team coordinates the process.
Yes. A direct cash purchase is designed for an as-is sale. Retail Advantage may also work with limited or agreed preparation depending on the property. A traditional listing strategy is discussed case by case.
It means the house is reviewed in its current condition, not after you fix it up for buyers. With a cash offer we buy it as-is, with no repairs or cleanup. The condition still counts: repairs, cleanup, location, and comparable sales all factor into the price.
No. Reach out before cleaning, clearing out belongings, or getting contractor bids. Just tell us what you know about the house. No inspection report or written estimates are needed.
Yes. For a cash offer we look at condition, estimated repairs, location, comparable sales, holding and resale costs, market conditions, and risk, and we still need to see the property. A cash offer is usually below a retail price because we take on the house as it is. If Retail Advantage or a listing would net you more, we’ll say so.
If we buy directly, often yes. Furniture, household items, tools, and appliances can usually stay. Agree on what stays before you sign. Vehicles, hazardous materials, rented items, personal documents, and medications may need separate handling.
Sometimes. It depends on the notice, the title, and the condition. Before you spend money on repairs, read the full notice, note every deadline, and check with the office that issued it. A sale doesn’t cancel a mortgage, remove a lien, or erase a government order, so a North Carolina closing attorney reviews title and payoffs. We don’t give legal or engineering advice, but we can look at the property before you hire anyone. More on selling a house with code violations.
Traditional brokerage services are handled through a North Carolina licensed real estate broker and a separate written listing agreement. We explain who is acting in which role before you choose.
Usually after one 15–20 minute phone conversation. We will ask about the property and your situation, and from there we can normally tell you whether a direct offer is possible and roughly where it would land.
In as little as 14 days. The real limit is usually title work and attorney scheduling rather than us. If you need longer — to line up a move, or a closing on the other end — we work to your date instead.
No. There is no fee and no obligation. If the numbers do not work for you, that is a fine outcome — we would rather tell you honestly that listing is the better path than talk you into the wrong one.
Not when we buy your house directly. With Retail Advantage, program costs and your seller amount are set in writing upfront. A traditional listing has a standard listing commission and customary selling costs.
That’s common. A North Carolina closing attorney reviews title and identifies any mortgages, liens, judgments, or taxes that must be addressed before ownership transfers.
A North Carolina closing attorney. They review title, prepare the documents, coordinate signatures, handle payoffs, record the deed, and pay out the funds.
Yes. Timing matters once a sale date is set, so the earlier you call the more options there are. More on avoiding foreclosure.
Yes. We buy inherited property regularly, including houses still working through probate. More on selling an inherited house.
Sometimes. It is not our usual purchase, but we have done it — it depends on the lease and the situation. Worth a conversation rather than assuming either way. More on selling with tenants in place.
We buy across coastal North Carolina — New Hanover County including Wilmington and Carolina Beach, Brunswick County including Southport, Oak Island and Leland, Pender County including Hampstead and Burgaw, and Onslow County including Jacksonville.
Start with a no-pressure property review and compare your options with a local team that understands Coastal North Carolina.
Real Estate License Disclosure: Patrick Giarelli is a North Carolina licensed real estate broker affiliated with BlueCoast Realty Corporation. Homebuyers of NC is a direct home-buying company and is not a real estate brokerage. If you choose a traditional listing or another option involving brokerage services, those services are provided through the licensed brokerage under separate written agreements. Program availability, timing, costs, and results vary by property and transaction. No sale price or closing date is guaranteed until included in a fully executed written agreement.
