We Buy Houses in Gainesville, Florida for Cash

Proven Track Record Since 2011

We’ve helped hundreds of Florida homeowners sell quickly without the stress of traditional listings. Our 4.7-star rating, BBB A-rating, and membership in the Think Realty Presidents’ Circle reflect our commitment to fair dealing and transparent offers throughout the Gainesville market. We’ve successfully closed over 300 properties in Florida and have never failed to close a deal once under contract—that’s our promise to every Gainesville seller.

We Buy Gainesville Houses in ANY Condition

If you’re worried about your property’s condition, don’t be. We purchase Gainesville homes regardless of their state:

• Inherited properties requiring probate and family coordination
• Foreclosure situations needing fast solutions before auction
• Student rental properties needing extensive repairs or updates
• Properties needing major repairs (roof, foundation, AC, plumbing, electrical)
• Downsizing situations for UF faculty retiring or relocating
• Upside down mortgages where you owe more than the home is worth

We truly mean as-is. You don’t touch a thing—we handle everything after closing, including complete property clean-out.

Zero Costs for Gainesville Sellers

When you sell your Gainesville house to us, you pay absolutely nothing:

• $0 in real estate commissions (save the standard 6% agent fees)
• $0 in closing costs (we cover title insurance, escrow, recording fees, and transfer taxes)
• $0 in repairs or renovations (sell your home exactly as it sits today)
• $0 in clean-out expenses (we remove all contents after closing)
• $0 in staging, inspections, or appraisal fees

What we offer is what you receive—minus only existing liens, back taxes, or your mortgage payoff. No hidden fees, no last-minute deductions.

Complete Transparency: Our Unique Difference

Here’s what separates Rest Assured from other Gainesville cash home buyers: we show you exactly how we calculate our offers. While other buyers make arbitrary offers and renegotiate after inspection, we provide complete transparency from the start.

Our Process:

1. We pull recent comparable sales in your Gainesville neighborhood (last 90 days)
2. We assess your property’s current condition with our contractors
3. We estimate necessary repair costs transparently
4. We calculate our holding costs and renovation timeline
5. We add a fair profit margin

Then we show you this entire analysis. You’ll understand exactly where the numbers come from—no smoke and mirrors, no “trust us” without explanation. This transparency is why we maintain a 4.7-star rating and have never had a deal fall through due to misunderstandings.

Our promise is simple: What we offer after our assessment is what you receive. No bait-and-switch, no renegotiations, no surprise deductions (except existing liens, back taxes, or mortgage payoff which we disclose upfront and handle at closing).

If you’ve inherited a house in Gainesville or anywhere in Alachua County, you’re likely dealing with complex emotions, confusing legal processes, and difficult decisions. This is one of our core specialties. We’ve helped dozens of families throughout North Central Florida navigate inherited properties, and we understand the unique challenges you’re facing.

Common Inherited Property Situations in Gainesville

University-Connected Inheritances
Many Gainesville inherited properties involve longtime UF employees, retirees, or families with deep connections to the university community. These homes often hold decades of memories but may need significant updates or repairs that heirs aren’t prepared to handle.

Out-of-State Heirs
If you’ve inherited a Gainesville property but live elsewhere, managing the property from a distance is nearly impossible. We make it simple—one property visit, transparent offer, and we handle everything else. You can close remotely if needed.

Multiple Heirs with Different Goals
When siblings or family members inherit a Gainesville property together, disagreements are common. One heir may want to keep the house while others need their share of the equity immediately. We provide fair solutions that satisfy everyone involved.

We Help With:

Probate Complications
Florida’s probate process can be lengthy and expensive. We coordinate directly with your probate attorney and can even cover the legal costs necessary to clear title when we purchase your inherited Gainesville property—you don’t come out of pocket for attorney fees.

Properties in Poor Condition
Many inherited Gainesville homes haven’t been maintained in years. We buy inherited houses in any condition—no repairs needed, no cleaning required, no updates to outdated kitchens or bathrooms from decades past.

Complete Clean-Out Included
Dealing with decades of possessions, books, papers, and personal items? We handle the complete clean-out after closing with respect and discretion. This includes hoarder situations—no judgment, just solutions.

Reverse Mortgages and MERP Liens
If your inherited Gainesville property has a reverse mortgage or Medicaid Estate Recovery Program (MERP) lien, we can navigate these complex situations. We work with the lenders and agencies involved to resolve these liens as part of the purchase.

Our Inherited Property Promise

✓ We coordinate with your probate attorney at no cost to you
✓ We can cover legal expenses to clear title
✓ We handle complete property clean-out after closing
✓ We work with your timeline—no pressure to rush
✓ We split payments per your agreement when multiple heirs are involved
✓ We close in 10-14 days once authority is established

Our promise is simple: What we offer is what you receive (minus any existing taxes, liens, or mortgage payoff). No surprises, no renegotiations.

Facing foreclosure on your Gainesville home is incredibly stressful. The constant notices, phone calls from the bank, sleepless nights—we understand, and we’re here to help.

How We Stop Gainesville Foreclosures

Quick Closings Before Your Sale Date
We can close on your Gainesville house in 10-14 days, often well before your scheduled foreclosure auction. This stops the foreclosure process and protects whatever equity remains in your property.

We Pay Off Your Mortgage and Liens
When we purchase your home, we pay off your mortgage balance, back payments, late fees, HOA liens, and property tax arrears directly. This satisfies your debt and stops foreclosure proceedings.

Protect Your Credit Score
Selling before the foreclosure sale can minimize credit damage and help you avoid the “foreclosure” designation on your credit report.

Special Considerations for Gainesville Homeowners

Job Changes and Relocation
Whether you’re leaving a position at UF, Shands Hospital, or another Gainesville employer, we can close quickly so you can move on to your next opportunity without the burden of a house you can no longer afford.

Student Rental Properties
If you own a rental property near campus that’s become more trouble than it’s worth and you’ve fallen behind on payments, we can help you exit quickly and protect your credit.

Why Waiting Makes It Worse

Every month you wait:

• Additional late fees and penalties accrue
• Your credit score continues to decline
• Legal fees increase
• Foreclosure becomes more difficult to stop

One of the most common questions we receive is: “What will you pay for my Gainesville house?” The answer depends on several factors, and unlike other cash buyers who keep their formulas secret, we’re completely transparent about how we determine our offers.

Factors That Affect Your Gainesville Home’s Value

Location Within Gainesville
Established neighborhoods like Historic Duckpond and neighborhoods near the University of Florida campus have different pricing dynamics than properties in Southwest Gainesville or newer developments like Haile Plantation. We analyze recent sales (last 90 days) in your specific Gainesville neighborhood to establish baseline market value.

Property Condition
A fully updated Gainesville home receives a higher offer than one needing extensive repairs. However, unlike traditional buyers, we don’t ask you to make repairs—we buy as-is and handle renovations ourselves. We simply factor repair costs into our offer calculation.

Current Gainesville Market Conditions
Gainesville’s real estate market is influenced by the University of Florida academic calendar, faculty hiring cycles, and the local economy. We base our offers on current comparable sales in your area, not outdated data or inflated estimates.

Property Type Considerations
Whether you have a single-family home, student rental near campus, or a property in a retirement community, we adjust our analysis accordingly. Each property type has different market dynamics in Gainesville.

Our Transparent Offer Formula

Unlike cash buyers who make arbitrary offers, we use a transparent formula:

1. Current market value based on recent Gainesville comparable sales
2. Minus estimated repair costs from our contractor assessments
3. Minus our holding costs during renovation (mortgage, insurance, utilities, HOA)
4. Minus renovation timeline costs (typically 60-90 days)
5. Minus our fair profit margin for taking on the risk and work

The key difference: We show you this entire calculation. You’ll see the comps we used, the repair estimates, and exactly how we arrived at our offer. This transparency is why homeowners trust us and why we’ve never had a deal fall through due to misunderstandings.

Get Your Gainesville Cash Offer

Want to know what your Gainesville house is worth? Call (561) 485-1929 or fill out our form to receive your fair cash offer within 24-48 hours. We’ll explain everything and answer all your questions—no pressure, no obligations.

Many Gainesville homeowners wonder whether selling for cash or listing with a real estate agent makes more sense financially. Here’s the honest comparison:

The Real Difference

Even though our cash offer may be lower than a potential list price, you often net similar or more money when you factor in:

• Agent commissions you avoid
• Closing costs we cover
• Repairs you don’t make
• Holding costs during a lengthy sale process
• Clean-out expenses we handle
• Time value of having cash in hand quickly

Plus, you have certainty—no deals falling through at the last minute, no buyer financing issues, no renegotiations after inspection, no wondering if your house will ever sell.

Rest Assured Home Buyers purchases houses throughout Gainesville and Alachua County including:

Central Gainesville:
Downtown Gainesville | Historic Duckpond | Pleasant Street Historic District | University Heights

Northwest & Other Areas:
Northwood | Oak Park | Spring Hill | Turkey Creek | Woodland Terrace

We also buy houses in nearby cities:
Tampa | Orlando | St. Petersburg | Port St. Lucie | Fort Lauderdale | Pembroke Pines | Hollywood | Gainesville | Palm Bay

We’ve helped hundreds of Florida families sell their homes quickly and fairly. Here’s what some of our North Central Florida clients have to say:

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