Can I sell a house with title problems?

Often, yes, but it depends on the problem. Some issues, like an old mortgage that was paid off but never released, can sometimes be cleared as part of the closing, while others take more time or legal work. Send us what you know and we'll tell you what we see.

What is a cloud on title?

A cloud on title is anything in the public records that raises a question about who owns the property or what's owed against it, such as an unreleased lien, a missing heir or a deed error. It can keep a title company from insuring the sale until it's resolved. We evaluate these situations and, when needed, coordinate with title companies and real estate attorneys.

How do you sell a house when the owner died and the deed is still in their name?

Someone usually has to get legal authority first, often through probate, before the house can be sold with clean title. Every family's situation is different. We can evaluate the house and coordinate with your attorney or a title company on what it would take to close.

Can you sell a house with missing or uncooperative heirs?

Sometimes. When an heir can't be found or won't sign, there may be legal steps that let a sale move forward, but they take time and an attorney's help. We can look at the situation, coordinate with the title company and attorneys involved, and tell you honestly whether it's something we can take on.

Do you provide legal help with title problems?

No. MarKey Home Buyers isn't a law firm and doesn't give legal advice or representation, and not every title problem can be resolved. What we can do is evaluate the situation, coordinate with title companies and real estate attorneys when needed, and tell you plainly whether we can make an offer.

Sell My House Fast Tampa, FL | Cash Offer

Some Tampa houses are easy to list. Others need a roof after a rough storm season, carry years of deferred maintenance, or come with complications like back taxes, an estate or tenants who won't leave. When the usual route of agents, showings and buyer financing doesn't fit, a direct cash sale gives you another path.

MarKey Home Buyers is a cash buyer based in Atlanta that buys houses all over Florida, Tampa and the rest of Hillsborough County included. You can reach us by phone, text or email. We arrange a quick walkthrough and close through a title company.

Why Tampa sellers choose MarKey

Condition doesn't matter. Old wiring, a failing AC, water damage or a full garage: we buy it as-is.
No commissions. We aren't agents, we charge no fees, and we pay typical closing costs.
Clear numbers. Our written offer, usually ready within 24 hours, shows how we got there.
Flexible timing. Close in as little as two weeks with clear title, or give yourself more time.

Situations we buy in Tampa

Owners behind on payments or exploring options during a foreclosure case
Inherited houses and estates in probate
Properties with tax certificates or liens or clouded title
Houses with code cases or major repair needs
Rentals you're done managing, and sales during a divorce

Tampa specifics

Foreclosure sales. Florida foreclosures go through the court. In Hillsborough County, the Clerk of Court runs sales online at hillsborough.realforeclose.com every weekday at 10:00 a.m. A sale is canceled if the lender's side doesn't pay the clerk's sale fee by 8:00 a.m. that morning, which is one reason dates can shift.
Probate. Estates are heard in the circuit court of Florida's Thirteenth Judicial Circuit, in its Probate, Guardianship, Mental Health and Trust Division. The Hillsborough County Clerk keeps the files, with in-person service in downtown Tampa, Brandon and Plant City.
Property taxes. The Hillsborough County Tax Collector (hillstaxfl.gov) collects real estate taxes. Taxes are due November 1 and delinquent if unpaid by April 1. The office then holds a tax certificate sale, and the tax deed process can begin two years after the taxes went delinquent.
Code enforcement. The City of Tampa's Neighborhood Enhancement Division, formerly the Code Enforcement and Clean City divisions, enforces the city's non-criminal ordinances, codes and regulations.

If foreclosure is part of your story, talk with your lender and a HUD-approved housing counselor about every option. A sale is one choice, and we never ask for money up front.

Areas we buy in

We buy houses throughout Tampa and Hillsborough County, including East Tampa, West Tampa, Seminole Heights, Tampa Heights, Ybor City, Drew Park, Central Park, South Tampa, Palma Ceia, Carrollwood, Westchase, Citrus Park, Brandon and Plant City. Selling somewhere else in the state? Visit our we buy houses in Florida page.

No pressure, ever. Our offer is free and comes with zero obligation. Even if we’re not the right fit, we’ll point you in the right direction.

Has your Tampa house become a burden?

Send us the address. We’ll look at it honestly and give you a written cash offer, free and with no obligation.

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How it works

Give us the Tampa address online, or call or text (678) 926-9776. A short call and a walkthrough later, you'll have our written cash offer. If you say yes, a title company closes the deal on your date, and we charge no fees or commissions.

Questions sellers ask

How do I sell my house fast in Tampa?

Selling directly to a cash buyer is usually the quickest route because there’s no listing period or mortgage approval. We make a written offer, usually within 24 hours, and can close in as little as two weeks when the title is clear.

When are Hillsborough County foreclosure sales held?

The Hillsborough County Clerk holds foreclosure sales online every weekday at 10:00 a.m. at hillsborough.realforeclose.com. Each sale date is set in the court’s final judgment, and if you have one, send it to us and we’ll tell you honestly what’s possible.

Can I sell a house with a tax certificate on it in Florida?

Often, yes. Delinquent taxes, including the amount tied to a tax certificate, are typically paid from the sale proceeds at closing. Tell us what’s owed and we’ll build it into our offer.

Do cash home buyers in Tampa charge fees?

Some do, so read the contract. We don’t charge fees or commissions, we pay typical closing costs, and you never pay us anything up front.

Will you buy a Tampa house with storm or water damage?

Yes. We buy houses as-is, including ones with roof, flood or water damage. We see the house first, so its condition is already reflected in the offer.

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