How It Works – Sell Your House Fast in Des Moines
Selling your house fast in Des Moines, Hiawatha, Marion, or Robins doesn’t have to be complicated. At Fast Real Estate, we’ve simplified the entire process into three clear steps — no pressure, no hidden fees, and no surprises.

Fair Cash Offers within 24 Hours
Transparent numbers, no lowball tactics.
We buy houses fast in any condition. No repairs, realtors, fees, or commissions. Call Us (319) 774-1630
How It Works
We've simplified the home selling process to make it stress-free for
you. Here's how to get cash for your house in 3 easy steps.
Step 1 – Tell Us About Your Property
Start by filling out our short form or call/text us at 319-774-1630.
We’ll ask a few quick questions about:
- Your property’s condition
- Your timeline
- Your selling goals
There’s no obligation and no pressure — just an easy way to get started.
Step 2 – Receive a Fair, No-Obligation Cash Offer
Once we review your information, we’ll provide a clear cash offer within 24 hours. Our offer is based on current condition, local comps, and repair costs.
How We Calculate Your Offer:
- After Repair Value (ARV): What it sells for fully renovated.
- Estimated Repairs: Cost to fix the property (we pay this).
- Holding & Selling Costs: Title, insurance, resale costs.
- Modest Profit Margin: To keep our local business running
Unlike others, we explain the numbers line by line.
Step 3 – Close on Your Timeline
You choose the closing date. We handle the title work, paperwork, and coordination. Many sellers close in as little as 7 days, or choose a later date.
0%
Fees
7
Day Closing
We keep it simple
- After Repair Value (ARV)- What your home could sel for fully renovated
- Estimated Repairs- what it would cost to fix everything.
- Holding & Seelling Costs- Title, utilities , insurance , resale expenses.
- Modest Profit Margin- To keep our business sustainable
Example:
ARV (After Repair Value):
Estimated Repairs:
Costs (Title/Closing/Selling):
Business Profit Margin:
$300,000
-$50,000
-$30,000
-$40,000
Your Cash Offer
~$180,000
No fees. No commissions. No surprises.
Why Not List With an Agent?
Selling your house the traditional way can cost you time, money, and peace of mind. Here’s how listing with an agent compares to selling directly to Fast Real Estate.
Traditional Sale

6% realtor commissions
Costs thousands out of your pocket

2% closing costs
Extra fees at the finish line

Repairs, cleaning, and staging
Expensive and time-consuming prep

Showings and waiting months
Constant interruptions with no guarantee

No fees, no commissions
The offer price is what you get

No repairs required
We buy completely as-is

No showings
Zero walkthroughs from strangers

Guaranteed closing
Choose your date and it's done
What You Can Expect

Local Cedar Rapids Buyers
We live and work here. Not an out-of-state franchise.

Fair Offers in 24 Hours
No waiting around for banks or buyers.

Zero Repairs or Prep
We buy houses as-is, even with major issues.

No Hidden Costs
No commissions. We pay all closing costs.
Common Situations We Help With
- Inherited Properties
- Late Mortgage Payments
- Out-of-state Owners
- Rental House with Tenants
- Divorce or Relocation
- Retirement/Downsizing
No matter your situation, we’ll help you find a clear way forward.
Why Sell to Fast Real Estate
Instead of Listing with an Agent?
Compare your options and see why many homeowners choose the
speed and certainty of a cash offer.
Feature
Feature
Fast Real Estate
Feature
6% + Fees
$0 Fees
Repairs
Seller Pays/Fix it
$0 We Buy As-Is
Showings
Dozens of Disruptions
None (One Visit)
Closing Time
30-90 Days
7-14 Days
Certainty
Financing May Fall Through
Guaranteed Cash Offer
FAQ
Nope — you don’t have to fix or clean a thing. We buy houses as-is throughout Des Moines,
Many sellers close in 14–30 days. You pick the closing date.
All kinds — inherited homes, vacant houses, rentals, or even ones in disrepair.
Zero. We handle all closing costs and charge no agent commissions.
No. You can sell directly to Fast Real Estate — no agents, no listings, no open houses required.
Yes. We regularly buy inherited homes, even those stuck in probate or needing repairs.
Absolutely. We buy rental properties, vacant homes, and houses with liens or violations.
Nothing. There is never any pressure. You are always in control.