We Buy Houses in Foreclosure

Sell Your House in Foreclosure in California - Stop the Process and Get Cash Fast

Receiving a Notice of Default is one of the most stressful, unpleasant experiences a homeowner can ever face. With the clock suddenly ticking, you are now in a legal process that feels completely out of your control.

But foreclosure doesn’t have to be the end of your property journey. If you act before the bank completes the process, you still have options.

Osborne Homes is a real estate investment company that buys houses in foreclosure throughout California. We pay cash, close quickly, and can work within tight timelines to help you sell before the auction date.

Sell a House in Foreclosure ‘AS IS’

That means you don’t need to make repairs, clean the property, or deal with showing it to buyers. We simply purchase your home in its current condition, pay off the remaining mortgage, and put any remaining equity in your pocket.

Sell a House in Foreclosure 'AS IS'

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Facing Foreclosure? The Traditional Sale Route Won't Work

When you’re behind on mortgage payments, the last thing you have is time. Unfortunately, the traditional home-selling process rarely accounts for that.

Real estate agents may choose to avoid the listing. Properties in foreclosure come with complications, including title issues, tight deadlines, and motivated sellers who can’t wait for top dollar. Many agents prefer easier transactions.

Buyers need financing that takes too long. The average mortgage approval takes 30-45 days. Add inspections, appraisals, and potential delays, and you’re looking at 60-90 days minimum. If your auction date is six weeks away, traditional buyers simply can’t move fast enough.

Lowball offers from opportunists. Buyers who know you’re in foreclosure may try to take advantage of your situation, offering far below market value because they assume you’re desperate.

The foreclosure continues regardless. While you’re waiting for a traditional sale to close, the bank isn’t waiting. Missed deadlines mean losing your home and any equity you’ve built.

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Traditional Sale vs. Selling to Osborne Homes

Traditional SaleOsborne Homes
60-90+ day timelineClose in as few as 7 days
Requires buyer financing approvalAll-cash offer - no lender delays
Agent commissions (5-6%)No commissions or fees
May not close before auctionWe work within your foreclosure timeline
You pay closing costsWe cover closing costs

How to Sell Your House in Foreclosure in 3 Simple Steps

When you need to sell your house fast in foreclosure, speed is your greatest ally. Our process is built around your timeline, not ours.

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Step 1: Request Your Free Offer.

Call us at (559) 500-3610 or fill out the form on this page. Tell us about your property and where you are in the foreclosure process, whether you've just received a Notice of Default or your auction date is weeks away.

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Step 2: Quick Property Walkthrough.

A local representative visits to assess your home. We're not looking for reasons to lower our offer; we are just gathering the information we need to make a fair cash bid that accounts for your situation.

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Step 3: Close Before Your Auction Date.

Accept our offer and choose your closing date. We coordinate with the title company, pay off your lender directly, and get you any remaining equity in cash. The foreclosure stops, your credit is protected, and you move forward.

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Need to Sell a House in Foreclosure? We Handle It All - No Exceptions!

When we say we buy houses in foreclosure, we mean properties at every stage of the process. Osborne Homes has worked with homeowners facing foreclosure since 2007, and we understand the urgency involved.

Notice of Default Stage

You've received the first formal notice from your lender. At this point, you typically have 90 days before the Notice of Sale is recorded. This is the ideal window to sell - you have the most time and the most options.

Notice of Sale Stage

The auction has been scheduled. In California, this is typically 21 days after the Notice of Sale is recorded. Time is short, but a cash sale can still stop the process if you act immediately.

Properties With Tax Liens or Second Mortgages

Foreclosure situations often involve additional complications - unpaid property taxes, second mortgages, or other liens. We work with title companies to sort through these issues and structure a deal that clears your debts.

Underwater Mortgages

If you owe more than your home is worth, selling becomes more complicated but not impossible. We can help you explore options, including short sales, where your lender agrees to accept less than the full amount owed.

Whether you are just behind on payments or weeks away from losing your home, we are one of the most reputable, specialist companies that buy foreclosed homes at any stage, and we move fast enough to make a difference.

Our No-Hassle Guarantee - Your Assurance

If you are facing foreclosure, the last thing you need is another party adding stress to an already complex, stressful situation. We have heard the stories of investors who make promises they don’t keep, offers that change at the last minute, or buyers who disappear when things get complicated.

That’s not how we do business.

Mike Osborne founded this company in 2007, and over the past eighteen years, we have helped thousands of California homeowners navigate difficult situations, including foreclosure. Our reputation depends on following through.

Our No-Hassle Guarantee means:

  • The cash offer we make is the cash offer you receive. No last-minute reductions
  • You pay nothing out of pocket. We cover all closing costs
  • We work within your foreclosure timeline, even on short notice
  • Everything is documented in writing before you commit to anything
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Stress-Free Closings Across the State

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We Buy Homes in Foreclosure AcrossCalifornia

Foreclosure can happen anywhere, and Osborne Homes serves homeowners throughout Central and Southern California. Whether you’re in Sacramento, Los Angeles, San Diego, Fresno, or the surrounding counties, we can help you sell your house in foreclosure before time runs out.

Ready for Relief? Get Your Cash Offer Now

Foreclosure feels overwhelming, but you have way more options than you think – if you act while there’s still time. Every day you wait is a day closer to the auction, and once the sale happens, your choices disappear.

Call us today at (559) 500-3610 or fill out the form below. We’ll discuss your situation, explain your options, and make you a fair cash offer with no obligation. If it works for you, we can close before your auction date and help you walk away with cash instead of a foreclosure on your record.

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Have a Different Reason to Sell Your Home Fast?

Foreclosure isn't the only difficult situation we handle. Osborne Homes buys properties from homeowners facing all kinds of challenges.

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Needs Repairs

Foundation damage, roof issues, outdated systems - we buy houses in any condition.

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Inherited Property

Inherited a property you can't manage? We handle the paperwork and make it easy.

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Fire Damage

Smoke, structural damage, or total loss - we purchase fire-damaged homes as-is.

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Hoarder House

Don't worry about clearing the clutter. We handle the cleanout after closing.

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Mold

Mold remediation is expensive. Skip it - we buy homes with mold problems.

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Water Damage

Flood damage, burst pipes, or slow leaks - we buy water-damaged homes without requiring repairs.

Selling a House in Foreclosure FAQs

Can I sell my house if it's already in foreclosure? +
Yes, until the foreclosure auction is complete and the property transfers to a new owner, you still have the right to sell. The key is acting quickly, as the closer you get to the auction date, the harder it becomes.
How fast can you close on a house in foreclosure? +
We can close in as few as seven days. If your auction date is sooner, contact us immediately. We have worked with extremely tight timelines before and may still be able to help.
Will selling stop the foreclosure? +
Yes, once the sale closes and your lender is paid off, the foreclosure process stops. There's no auction, and no foreclosure appears on your credit report.
What if I owe more than my house is worth? +
This is referred to as being "underwater." In some cases, your lender may agree to a short sale, accepting less than the full mortgage balance. We can help you navigate this process.
Do I have to pay any fees to sell? +
None. We pay all closing costs and don't charge commissions. The offer we make is the amount you receive, minus what's owed to your lender.
Is Osborne Homes a real estate agent? +
No, we're a real estate investment company that buys properties directly from homeowners for cash. We don't list homes or represent buyers and sellers as agents.